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Apparition of the Virgin – 17th-century Roman Master – Itali…
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Apparition of the Virgin – 17th-century Roman Master – Itali…
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Estimate €2,500 - €4,000
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Description
Apparition of the Virgin – 17th-century Roman Master – Italian School
Oil on panel. Measures 60 x 78 cm. A devotional composition centred on the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child on a throne of clouds filled with cherubs and celestial radiance, whilst a kneeling Franciscan saint contemplates the vision with outstretched arms in an attitude of fervent supplication. The diagonal arrangement of the figures, the movement of the drapery, and the supernatural atmosphere emphasise the miraculous nature of the scene. The lighting draws the eye to the celestial group, creating a striking contrast with the darker areas of the surrounding landscape. The work follows the models of 17th-century Spanish Baroque painting, which sought to exalt the faith through images imbued with intense emotional and spiritual power. It stands out for the richness of its Marian iconography and the expressiveness of the contemplative scene.
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About the sale
GRAND SUMMER AUCTION OF HAUTE ÉPOQUE AND PRIVATE COLLECTIONS
Auction location
Auction time
06/29/2026 at 4:00 AM
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