1618
oil
panel
From the collection of Hamburger Kunsthalle
The Assumption of the Virgin is a 1618 oil by Peter Paul Rubens, a Flemish Baroque painting work, depicting Mary, held at Hamburger Kunsthalle.
This painting depicts a dramatic scene of the Virgin Mary ascending into heaven. She is shown in a red dress with a white shawl, surrounded by angels and cherubs. The background is a cloudy sky with a bright light shining down. The Virgin is being lifted up by a group of angels, while others look on in awe. The scene is full of movement and energy, with the figures arranged in a dynamic composition. The use of color and light adds to the sense of drama and emotion. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The artist's skillful use of light and shadow adds to the overall sense of drama and emotion. To learn more about the artist behind this work, look up Peter Paul Rubens.
Sir Peter Paul Rubens ( ROO-bənz; Dutch: ; 28 June 1577 – 30 May 1640) was a Flemish artist and diplomat.
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