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Carl Gustaf Göransson Ulfsparre as an angel, by Johann Weidner, oil, 1649

Carl Gustaf Göransson Ulfsparre as an angel

Johann Weidner

1649

oil

canvas

From the collection of Nationalmuseum

Dominant colour

Overview

Carl Gustaf Göransson Ulfsparre as an angel is a 1649 oil by Johann Weidner, a Early Baroque Italian work, held at Nationalmuseum.

Who painted this?
Johann Weidner
When & what style?
1649 · Early Baroque Italian
Where can I see it?
Nationalmuseum

About this work

This painting features a young boy dressed as an angel, with white wings and a halo. He wears a flowing white robe with a gold sash and holds a small plant in his right hand. The background is a warm yellow, with fluffy white clouds at the bottom. The boy's expression is serene, and his curly hair is adorned with a laurel wreath. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of innocence and purity. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this beautiful piece, you might want to look up Johann Weidner.

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