Artwork
Albunea, the Tiburtine Sibyl
Albunea, the Tiburtine Sibyl is an oil painting by the Late Mannerist artist Lorenzo Pasinelli. It dates from 1674 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.
About this work
Overview
Albunea, the Tiburtine Sibyl is a late 17th-century oil painting by Lorenzo Pasinelli, an Italian artist associated with the late Baroque period in Bologna.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a mythological figure, identified as the Tiburtine Sibyl, holding a scroll with writing. Her attire and gesture suggest a prophetic or mystical role.
Technique & Style
The work showcases Pasinelli's use of chiaroscuro, with strong contrasts between light and dark creating a sense of depth. The dark background highlights the figure, emphasizing her presence.
History & Provenance
Created around 1674, the painting is now part of the National Gallery of Ireland's collection, exemplifying the late Mannerism movement.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lorenzo Pasinelli (September 4, 1629 – March 4, 1700) was an Italian painter active mainly in Bologna during the late Baroque period.
