1480
paint
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Saint Ursula as Protectress is a 1480 paint by German 15th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting depicts Saint Ursula, a woman with long hair, wearing a crown and a long dress. She holds a book in her left hand and a staff in her right hand. Behind her are three arched windows, and in front of her are four women kneeling and looking up at her. Saint Ursula is shown in a protective pose, with her staff held high. The women in front of her appear to be seeking her protection or guidance. The background of the painting is a simple, textured surface. The painting's use of light green, flesh, and rose colors gives it a soft, gentle quality. The artist's attention to detail in the depiction of Saint Ursula and the women around her creates a sense of intimacy and devotion. Look next at the movement: Renaissance.
This 15th-century German artist carved vivid religious scenes into metal and wood, then hand-painted them in bright, symbolic colors.
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