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Saint Dorothea

Ignazio Stern

1725

oil

canvas

From the collection of Walters Art Museum

Rococo painting 18th Century Religious

Dominant colour

Saint Dorothea is a 1725 oil by Ignazio Stern, a Rococo painting work, held at Walters Art Museum.

Who painted this?: Ignazio Stern
When & what style?: 1725 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: Walters Art Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a woman and a child in a tender moment. The woman, dressed in a flowing robe, gently touches the child's hand as they gaze at each other. The child holds a basket of flowers, adding a touch of innocence to the scene. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figures. The soft, golden light illuminates the woman's face, highlighting her gentle expression. The painting's serene atmosphere invites contemplation. To explore more works like this, visit the Walters Art Museum.

About the artist

Artist

Ignazio Stern

Ignazio Stern (or Ignaz Stern) (January 17, 1679 – May 28, 1748), born in Mauerkirchen in Upper Austria in the Archduchy of Austria, was a Baroque painter who worked in Rome, dying there in 1748.

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