Saint Francis of Assisi Receiving the Stigmata

Saint Francis of Assisi Receiving the Stigmata

Paul Bril

1620

oil

From the collection of Walters Art Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a man in a long robe, standing in a rocky landscape. He has his right hand raised, and his left hand is outstretched. The man is surrounded by foliage and trees, with a few rocks scattered around him. The painting is done in muted colors, with shades of brown and green dominating the palette. The overall effect is one of serenity and contemplation. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look up the technique of chiaroscuro.

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