Sfântul Ierarh Nicolae

1866

From the collection of Romanian Academy in Bucharest

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Religious Saint

Dominant colour

Sfântul Ierarh Nicolae is a 1866 by Unknown, a Impressionism work, depicting Saint, held at Romanian Academy in Bucharest.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1866 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Romanian Academy in Bucharest

About this work

This painting depicts a saintly figure, likely a bishop, standing in front of a chair. He wears a long, red robe with a green sash and a tall, red hat adorned with a cross. The background is a blue sky with clouds. The saint's right hand is raised in a gesture of blessing, while his left hand rests on his chest. The chair behind him features an intricate design, adding to the overall sense of grandeur. The painting's style is reminiscent of Impressionism and Realism, with bold brushstrokes and vivid colors. If you're interested in exploring more works like this, you might want to look into the Impressionism movement.