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Unidentified Austrian artist XVIII Century"Holy Communion of the apostles"XVIII Century
XVIII Century
$23,809.44
£17,681.91
€20,000
CA$32,729.05
A$36,484.21
CHF 19,202.93
MX$442,290.62
NOK 244,489.36
SEK 227,315.89
DKK 152,261.32
About the Item
Unidentified Austrian Artist (18th Century)
"Holy Communion of the Apostles"
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions (Framed): 133 x 193 cm
Dimensions (Canvas): 120 x 179 cm
No signatured
Provenance: [If available, insert details]
This grand 18th-century Austrian religious painting, titled "Holy Communion of the Apostles", presents a dramatic and deeply spiritual interpretation of one of the most sacred moments in Christian tradition. The composition is filled with expressive figures, capturing Christ as He offers communion to His apostles, enveloped in a warm and divine glow. The scene is set in an elaborate architectural background with classical columns, reliefs, and statuary, reinforcing the solemnity and grandeur of the occasion.
Executed in the Baroque tradition, the painting showcases rich contrasts of light and shadow, dynamic movement, and intricate detailing. The use of chiaroscuro heightens the emotional depth, while the finely rendered garments, architectural elements, and the presence of cherubs add a theatrical yet reverential atmosphere. The inclusion of background figures engaged in various activities contributes to the narrative complexity, a hallmark of 18th-century Austrian religious art influenced by Italian and Flemish masters.
Encased in an elegant gilded frame, this museum-quality work is an exceptional acquisition for collectors of Old Master religious paintings, ecclesiastical institutions, or those drawn to the grandeur of Baroque religious art.
- Creator:Unidentified Austrian artist XVIII Century
- Creation Year:XVIII Century
- Dimensions:Height: 47.25 in (120 cm)Width: 70.48 in (179 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Edinburgh, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1987216523932
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