1583
unspecified
From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister
Dominant colour
Assumption of the Virgin is a 1583 unspecified by Federico Barocci, a Mannerism work, depicting Assumption of Mary, held at Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister.
This painting depicts a dramatic scene with the Virgin Mary ascending to heaven. She is surrounded by angels and cherubs, with a group of people below her, looking up in awe. The Virgin is dressed in dark robes, while the angels and cherubs are wearing lighter-colored garments. The scene is set against a dark background, with the Virgin and the angels illuminated by a bright light. The overall mood of the painting is one of reverence and wonder. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and drama, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure of the Virgin. To learn more about this technique, look up the artist Federico Barocci.
Federico Barocci (also written Barozzi) (c. 1535 – 30 September 1612) was an Italian Renaissance painter and printmaker. His original name was Federico Fiori, and he was nicknamed Il Baroccio. His work was highly…
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