The Temptation of St. Anthony
Julien Léopold BoillyLandscape · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1874)
Specifications
- Nationality / school
- French
- Lifespan
- 1796–1874
About the artwork
This page presents "The Temptation of St. Anthony", created by Julien Léopold Boilly. Background on Religion: Religious painting is among the largest bodies of art ever made, from altarpieces, icons, and illuminated manuscripts to devotional prints. Buddhist painting, Hindu devotional imagery, and Islamic calligraphy and ornament each have conventions of their own. It is listed in the Religion collection. The image is in landscape orientation.
"The Temptation of St. Anthony" 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, 1796–1874
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