Artwork
Partida de Colónia das Relíquias de Santa Auta
Partida de Colónia das Relíquias de Santa Auta is an unspecified painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Cristóvão de Figueiredo. It dates from 1520 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Ancient Art.
About this work
Overview
Partida de Colónia das Relíquias de Santa Auta is a 1520 painting by Cristóvão de Figueiredo, a Portuguese artist trained in Lisbon. It is a representative work of the Northern Renaissance, held in the National Museum of Ancient Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Aukta von Köln, a saint, wearing a crown and halo, and holding a book and palm frond. She is surrounded by robed figures, some carrying objects, with a castle and ship in the background. The scene likely represents a moment from her legend or veneration.
Technique & Style
The work showcases Renaissance techniques, with intricate details such as the floral pattern on the saint's red dress and the text on the open book she holds. Rich colors and detailed textures are characteristic of the painting's style.
History & Provenance
Created in 1520 by Cristóvão de Figueiredo, the painting is now part of the National Museum of Ancient Art's collection, where it remains accessible to the public.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Cristóvão de Figueiredo (died c. 1540) was a Portuguese Renaissance painter. Like many other important painters of the time, Cristóvão de Figueiredo was a pupil of Master Jorge Afonso, in Lisbon, in the early 16th…
- Chegada das Relíquias de Santa Auta à Igreja da Madre de Deus
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