Artwork
Resurrection of the Righteous (Heaven)
Resurrection of the Righteous (Heaven) is an oil painting by the Mannerist artist Francesco Bassano the Younger. It dates from 1592 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.
About this work
Overview
Resurrection of the Righteous (Heaven) is a 1592 oil painting by Francesco da Ponte, created in the Bassano family workshop. It is now part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a crowded scene of figures in old-fashioned attire, reacting with joy and excitement to a divine light. Their uplifted arms and dynamic movements convey a sense of spiritual elation.
Technique & Style
The work showcases a strong contrast between light and dark, achieved through the use of chiaroscuro. This technique creates a sense of depth and emphasizes the divine light illuminating the figures.
History & Provenance
Francesco da Ponte, a member of the Bassano family of artists, produced the painting after studying under his father, Jacopo Bassano. He later managed the family workshop in Venice.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francesco Bassano the Younger (Italian: Francesco Bassano il Giovane; 26 January 1549 – 4 July 1592), also called Francesco Giambattista da Ponte or Francesco da Ponte the Younger, was an Italian painter of the Renaissance period.
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