Model for Altarpiece in St. Peter's (1625)
Simon Vouet1625 · Landscape · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1649)
Specifications
- Year
- 1625
- Nationality / school
- French
- Lifespan
- 1590–1649
About the artwork
Dated 1625, "Model for Altarpiece in St. Peter's" is an artwork by Simon Vouet. About the period around 1625: In Japan the Edo period began in 1603, and in China the Qing dynasty took power in 1644, both bringing new patrons and styles. The seventeenth century is the age of the Baroque, which favoured dramatic light, movement, and strong emotion in the work of painters in Italy, Spain, and Flanders. Religion, a short history: Buddhist painting, Hindu devotional imagery, and Islamic calligraphy and ornament each have conventions of their own. Religious painting is among the largest bodies of art ever made, from altarpieces, icons, and illuminated manuscripts to devotional prints. It is listed in the Religion collection. The image is in landscape orientation.
"Model for Altarpiece in St. Peter's" is shown in the onlly.art catalogue for reference and browsing. A landscape format suits wide, low wall spaces such as the stretch above a bed, mantel, or sideboard. Religious subjects rely on symbolism, gesture, and layered painterly drama, so they tend to read best in calm and composed interiors. Browsing works by the same artist, or from the same period, is a good way to compare styles before choosing what suits your space.
About the artist
French, 1590–1649
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