Saint Louis of Toulouse
The Met
Artist: Cosmè Tura (Cosimo di Domenico di Bonaventura)(Italian, Ferrara ca. 1433–1495 Ferrara)
Date: 1484?
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Tempera on canvas, stretched over wood, transferred from wood, gold ground
Dimensions: Overall 28 1/2 x 15 5/8 in. (72.4 x 39.7 cm); original size 28 1/4 x 12 5/8 in. (71.8 x 32.1 cm)
Credit Line: Theodore M. Davis Collection, Bequest of Theodore M. Davis, 1915
Visual Descriptions
AI GeneratedVisual Summary
Brief Description
A standing figure in religious vestments, wearing a mitre and holding a staff, in a golden arched niche
Detailed Description
The image presents a full-length portrait of a standing figure, positioned centrally within a golden arched niche. The figure's head is slightly tilted downwards, and their eyes appear closed or cast towards the ground. They wear a tall, white mitre with a gold band and a small red jewel at the front. A dark blue cape, trimmed with gold and red, drapes over their shoulders and upper body. Beneath the cape, a grey tunic is visible, with a red cloak draped over their right side. The figure's left hand, adorned with a red ring on the ring finger, gently holds the fabric of the grey tunic near their waist. Their right hand grasps a tall, slender staff with a curved top, which extends from near their shoulder to the bottom of the frame. The staff is light-colored, possibly white or light wood, with a decorative finial. The figure's feet are visible at the very bottom, clad in dark shoes. The background behind the figure is a solid, warm golden color, forming a large, simple arch. On either side of this golden arch, narrow vertical strips of faded blue and white paint are visible.
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