Artwork
Maria übergibt dem hl. Norbert das Skapulier
Maria übergibt dem hl. Norbert das Skapulier is an unspecified painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Jean-Guillaume Carlier. It dates from 1656 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections. Maria übergibt dem hl.
About this work
Overview
Maria übergibt dem hl. Norbert das Skapulier is a 1656 painting by Jean-Guillaume Carlier, a Flemish Baroque artist from Liège. The work is now housed in Munich's Alte Pinakothek.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the Virgin Mary and Christ child surrounded by angels, receiving a scapular from Saint Norbert. The scene conveys a sense of devotion and reverence, reflecting common themes in 17th-century Flemish art.
Technique & Style
Carlier's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing attention to the central figures. The soft, gentle light illuminating the scene contributes to its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Painted in 1656, the work is representative of Carlier's style, influenced by his training under Bertholet Flémalle and his time in France.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jean-Guillaume Carlier, a Southern-Netherlandish painter, was born in Liège in 1638, and died there in 1675.
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