French Or Spanish School In The Late 18th Century Saint Franciscain In Prayer Before The Crucifix
French or Spanish school late 18th centurycentury
Franciscan saintFranciscan at prayer before the Crucifix
Beautiful depiction of a Franciscan saint in meditationmeditating before the crucified Christ. The composition, dominated byby a warm, collected light, highlights the intensely expressiveface of the religious, whose gaze turns to the CrucifixCrucifix in fervent contemplation. The skull placedat the foot of the cross recalls the theme of the mementomori, while the white flowerssymbolize purity and holiness. This devotional work,executed with true academic skill, captivates with itsquality of its modeling and the spiritual atmosphere that emanates from it.
Painting foxed
Period: 18th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Good condition
Material: Oil painting
Length: 97 x 73 hors cadre
Width: 110 x 88 avec le cadre
Reference (ID): 1774639
Availability: In stock
































