1613
oil
canvas
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
Flying and Adoring Angels is a 1613 oil by Domenico Fetti, a Early Baroque Italian work, held at Walters Art Museum.
This painting shows a group of angels in the sky, with a large oval mirror in the center. The mirror reflects the image of a woman, possibly the Virgin Mary, surrounded by more angels. The angels are depicted in various poses, some flying and others looking up at the mirror. The background is a warm, golden color, with some dark clouds visible. In the foreground, two angels are shown in greater detail, one looking up at the mirror and the other gazing downward. The painting's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye to the central image of the woman. The artist's skillful use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic effect, highlighting the angels' faces and the mirror's reflection. For more on this technique, look up chiaroscuro.
Domenico Fetti (also spelled Feti) (c. 1589 – 16 April 1623) was an Italian Baroque painter who was active mainly in Rome, Mantua and Venice.
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