Artwork
Die mystische Vermählung der hl. Katharina
Die mystische Vermählung der hl. Katharina is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Johann Georg Bergmüller. It dates from 1713 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections. Die mystische Vermählung der hl.
About this work
Subject & Meaning
The scene is framed by a radiant golden light and angelic figures, underscoring its sacred and visionary character.
The painting depicts the mystical marriage of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a subject from Christian hagiography in which the saint, crowned and kneeling, receives a ring from the Christ Child held by the Virgin Mary, signifying her mystical union with Christ. The scene is framed by a radiant golden light and angelic figures, underscoring its sacred and visionary character. The inclusion of Saint Catherine’s attribute, the wheel, a symbol of her martyrdom, anchors the narrative within her legend, while the Virgin’s presence and the Christ Child’s gesture convey themes of divine favor and spiritual espousal.
Technique & Style
Created in 1713, Die mystische Vermählung der hl. Katharina is an oil painting executed on a support measuring 82 cm in height and 129 cm in width. The work is classified within the religious art genre and depicts the mystic marriage of Saint Catherine of Alexandria.
It is currently held within the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections, specifically located at the Alte Pinakothek. The piece is attributed to the artist Johann Georg Bergmüller.
History & Provenance
The painting Die mystische Vermählung der hl. Katharina was created by Johann Georg Bergmüller in 1713. This religious work, depicting the mystic marriage of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, measures 82 cm in height and 129 cm in width.
It is currently held within the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections at the Alte Pinakothek. The specific circumstances regarding its original commission, the identity of the initial patron, and the detailed chain of ownership leading to its current location are not provided in the available records.
Overview
Die mystische Vermählung der hl. Katharina is a 1713 religious painting by Johann Georg Bergmüller, now part of the collection at the Alte Pinakothek. The work features three central figures set against a dark background, illuminated by soft, warm lighting.
Context
The use of chiaroscuro and the depiction of a mystical Christian theme reflect common artistic practices of the early 18th century, particularly in European religious art. The emphasis on emotional intimacy and the play of light on fabric also align with the period's aesthetic sensibilities.
Legacy
While specific details on the painting's direct influence or reception over time are not provided, its presence in the Alte Pinakothek suggests recognition of its value within Bergmüller's oeuvre and 18th-century religious art.
Artist & collection
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