The Angel Appearing to Hagar in the Desert (recto)

The Angel Appearing to Hagar in the Desert (recto)

Pier Francesco Mola

1660

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a scene with an angel appearing to Hagar in the desert. The angel is shown with large wings, standing on the left side of the image, while Hagar is seated on the right, looking up at the angel. The background is a simple, light-colored landscape. In the foreground, the angel's wings are prominent, and Hagar's facial expression conveys a sense of wonder or awe. The artist's use of brushstrokes and ink creates a sense of movement and energy in the scene. The painting's style and composition are characteristic of the Baroque movement. For more information on this artistic style, explore the Baroque movement.

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