Oil On Glass Representing The Virgin Of Sorrows — 18th Century

A devotional work of great delicacy, created with the technique of reverse painting on glass. Magnificent 18th-century oil on glass depicting Our Lady of Sorrows, one of the most venerated images in Christian iconography, a symbol of maternal compassion and suffering. Description The composition shows the Virgin in an attitude of recollection, her face inclined, her hands clasped and her gaze directed downwards, evoking her pain during the Passion of Christ. Her deep blue mantle and red tunic are characteristic of the Marian representation, enriched with fine embroidery and gold tapestries that stand out against the neutral background. The painting is executed using the technique of oil on glass, also known as "reverse painting on glass". In this technique, the paint is applied to the back of the glass in reverse order, starting with the fine details and ending with the background layers, requiring great skill and precision on the part of the artist.Technical detailsPeriod: 18th century (circa 1700-1750)Medium: Oil on glass (reverse painting on glass)Theme: Our Lady of SorrowsDimensions: 40 × 31 cmConservation statusIt is in very good condition, preserving the intensity of the colors and the integrity of the glass, with no cracks or significant losses. The painted surface shows only a slight patina, consistent with its age.Historical-artistic contextThis type of work was frequently produced in European artistic centers (especially Italy, Austria, and Spain) during the 17th and 18th centuries, being highly valued for private devotion or as a decorative element in domestic oratories and chapels. The Virgin of Sorrows was a particularly popular devotion during the Counter-Reformation, emphasizing her intercessory role in the face of human suffering.SummaryA devotional work of great technical delicacy and historical value, ideal for collectors of sacred art, oil paintings on glass, or Marian iconography.