1600
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest
Diana - Luna is a 1600 oil by Bartholomeus Spranger, a Early Baroque Italian work, depicting Catherine of Alexandria, held at Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
This painting depicts a woman with curly brown hair, adorned with a crescent moon on her forehead. She wears a green top with a white sleeve and a red cape, and holds a dog in her arms. The background is dark, with a few indistinct objects visible. The woman's expression is calm, and her gaze is directed upwards. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, with the woman's face and body emerging from the shadows. The artist's skillful use of light and shadow draws the viewer's attention to the woman's face and the dog she holds. This painting is a great example of the artist's work, and you can learn more about it by looking up Bartholomeus Spranger.
Bartholomeus Spranger or Bartholomaeus Spranger (21 March 1546 – 27 June 1611) was a Flemish painter, draughtsman, sculptor, and designer of prints.
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