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Pogorârea Sfântului Duh, by Unknown, 1850

Pogorârea Sfântului Duh

Unknown

1850

From the collection of Maramureș Ethnography and Folk Art County Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Pogorârea Sfântului Duh is a 1850 by Unknown, held at Maramureș Ethnography and Folk Art County Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
Maramureș Ethnography and Folk Art County Museum

About this work

This painting shows seven robed figures sitting in a row, all with golden halos around their heads. The background glows with a bright light, like rays coming from above. Their faces are simple, with serious expressions, and they’re dressed in deep reds and browns. The word at the top looks like it might be a title, but it’s faded. The painting feels old, with some paint chipping away. If you like this style, check out *cross-hatching* to see how artists create depth with lines.

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