Who painted Verheissung an David von der ewigen Dauer seines Hauses (?)?

Verheissung an David von der ewigen Dauer seines Hauses (?) was painted by Jacopo Tintoretto in 1543.

Where can I see Verheissung an David von der ewigen Dauer seines Hauses (?)?

Verheissung an David von der ewigen Dauer seines Hauses (?) is held by Kunsthistorisches Museum.

What movement is Verheissung an David von der ewigen Dauer seines Hauses (?)?

Verheissung an David von der ewigen Dauer seines Hauses (?) is associated with Mannerism.

Artwork

Verheissung an David von der ewigen Dauer seines Hauses (?)

Jacopo Tintoretto , 1543

Verheissung an David von der ewigen Dauer seines Hauses (?) is an unspecified painting by the Mannerist artist Jacopo Tintoretto. It dates from 1543 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1543, this canvas by the Venetian painter Jacopo Tintoretto belongs to the Mannerist period. It is part of the permanent holdings of the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna. The work’s title, which references a promise to David concerning the everlasting duration of his house, hints at a biblical narrative that Tintorettio interprets through a crowded, dynamic composition.

Subject & Meaning

The scene gathers a multitude of figures, some dressed in classical attire and others in contemporary garb, surrounding a central figure who appears to be under attack. A woman in a bright yellow robe cradles an infant, while a man in red lies prone nearby. The juxtaposition of ancient and modern dress suggests a timeless moral or theological theme linked to the Davidic promise.

Technique & Style

Tintoretto employs vigorous brushwork and a lively handling of form characteristic of his energetic manner. Strong contrasts of light and shadow give the figures a sculptural presence, while the crowded arrangement creates a sense of movement and tension typical of Mannerist compositions.

History & Provenance

The painting entered the Kunsthistorisches Museum’s collection, where it remains on display. Its provenance prior to acquisition by the museum is not extensively documented, but its attribution to Tintoretto has been consistently affirmed by scholars.

Context

Tintoretto’s work reflects the Venetian fascination with dramatic narrative and theatricality in the mid‑16th century. By integrating both historical costume and contemporary dress, the artist bridges biblical history with the viewer’s present, a common Mannerist strategy to heighten emotional impact.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Jacopo Tintoretto

Jacopo Robusti (late September or early October 1518 – 31 May 1594), best known as Tintoretto ( TIN-tə-RET-oh; Italian:; Venetian: ), was an Italian Renaissance painter of the Venetian school.