Artwork
The Mystical Marriage of Saint Catherine
The Mystical Marriage of Saint Catherine is a tempera painting by the Sienese School artist Barna da Siena. It dates from 1340 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
About this work
Overview
The Mystical Marriage of Saint Catherine is a tempera painting by Barna da Siena, created in 1340. It is now held at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman, likely Saint Catherine, and a man, possibly Christ, engaged in a mystical marriage. The scene is accompanied by three smaller narrative episodes below, one featuring a person and a dragon, suggesting a larger story.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by a warm color palette dominated by red, orange, and yellow hues. The figures are set against a textured, golden background that adds depth to the composition, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing intricate details.
Artist & collection
Artist
Siena’s 1300s altarpieces glow with gold leaf and storybook scenes. Barna da Siena painted The Mystical Marriage of Saint Catherine and The Crucifixion and Lamentation in jewel-bright tempera, giving saints and angels…
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