The Ascension
1593
oil
From the collection of Capitoline Museums
1593
oil
From the collection of Capitoline Museums
The Ascension is a 1593 oil by Paolo Veronese, a mannerism work, held at Capitoline Museums.
This painting depicts Jesus ascending into the sky, surrounded by a group of people looking up at him in awe. Jesus is dressed in a red shirt and blue robe, with his arms outstretched and his head tilted upwards. The scene is set against a backdrop of clouds and trees, with the sun shining down on the figures. The people below Jesus are shown in various poses, some with their hands raised in prayer or amazement. The painting features a mix of warm and cool colors, with the blues and greens of the sky contrasting with the earthy tones of the figures. The brushstrokes are bold and expressive, giving the painting a sense of energy and movement. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the technique of chiaroscuro.
