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A Procession of the Madonna di San Luca, by French 18th Century, ink, 1750

A Procession of the Madonna di San Luca

French 18th Century

1750

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

A Procession of the Madonna di San Luca is a 1750 ink by French 18th Century, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
French 18th Century
When & what style?
1750 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a lively procession scene, with a large crowd of people gathered around a central figure. The scene is set against a backdrop of buildings and a bright sky. In the foreground, a group of people are shown carrying a large object, possibly a statue or a relic, on a platform or a cart. The object is adorned with flowers and other decorations, and the people surrounding it are dressed in formal attire. The painting is a beautiful example of Baroque art, with intricate details and a sense of movement and energy. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the works of other artists from the Baroque movement.

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