Artwork
St Dominic de Guzmán receiving the Rosary
St Dominic de Guzmán receiving the Rosary is an unspecified painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Federico Barocci. It dates from 1594 and is held in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum.
About this work
Overview
St Dominic de Guzmán receiving the Rosary is a 1594 painting by Federico Barocci, an Italian Renaissance artist active in the early Baroque period. The work is part of the Ashmolean Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting illustrates a pivotal moment in Dominican tradition: St. Dominic de Guzmán receiving the Rosary from the Virgin Mary. This subject underscores the saint's association with the rosary's origins.
Technique & Style
Barocci employed chiaroscuro to create depth, focusing attention on the saint's face. The composition features serene, muted backgrounds contrasting with intricately detailed foreground elements, such as the folds of the saint's robes and the rosary beads.
History & Provenance
Created in 1594, the painting reflects Barocci's influential style in central Italy during the early Baroque period. It is now housed in the Ashmolean Museum.
Context
Barocci's work, including this painting, influenced later artists like Rubens, contributing to the broader artistic landscape of the Baroque era.
Artist & collection
Artist
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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