Girolamo da Treviso the Younger
1533
oil
panel
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
Dominant colour
The Dormition of the Virgin is a 1533 oil by Girolamo da Treviso the Younger, a Mannerism work, held at Walters Art Museum.
This painting shows a dramatic scene with many people. In the center, a woman lies on a bed, surrounded by others who seem to be mourning or praying. Above her, an angel with large wings and a sword appears to be lifting her up. The background is filled with columns and figures, including a man with a halo and a group of cherubs. The painting is full of movement and emotion, with the figures expressing a range of feelings. The use of light and shadow adds depth and drama to the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this painting, you might want to look up Girolamo da Treviso the Younger.
Girolamo da Treviso (Treviso, 1498 – Boulogne-sur-Mer, September 10, 1544), also known as Girolamo di Tommaso da Treviso the Younger and Girolamo Trevigi, was an Italian Renaissance sculptor and painter in Henry VIII's court in England.
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