Saint Catherine of Siena Exchanging Her Heart with Christ
The Met
Artist: Giovanni di Paolo (Giovanni di Paolo di Grazia)(Italian, Siena 1398–1482 Siena)
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Tempera and gold on wood
Dimensions: Overall, with added strips, 11 3/4 x 9 1/2 in. (29.8 x 24.1 cm); painted surface 11 3/8 x 8 7/8 in. (28.9 x 22.5 cm)
Credit Line: Bequest of Lore Heinemann, in memory of her husband, Dr. Rudolf J. Heinemann, 1996
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A robed figure holds a heart, looking up at a radiant figure above buildings and clouds
Detailed Description
A central robed figure and a radiant figure are depicted in the upper left, set against a backdrop of buildings under a dark blue sky. The radiant figure, shown from the waist up, has a golden halo and wears a light blue tunic and a red cloak. Golden rays emanate from behind the figure, extending towards the central figure. The figure's right hand is raised with an open palm, while the left hand is near the chest. The central figure, wearing a white habit with a black cloak draped over it, stands facing slightly right, looking upwards towards the radiant figure. A golden halo encircles the central figure's head. The figure's left hand holds a red, heart-shaped object from which thin red lines drip downwards. The figure's right hand is held against the chest, fingers slightly splayed. Behind the central figure, several grey buildings with reddish-brown tiled roofs are visible. One building on the right has a bell tower with a small bell. Crosses are visible on the peaks of some roofs. In the lower left, a light-colored architectural structure with an open wooden door is depicted. The central figure appears to be standing on a light blue and white cloud-like formation, which extends across the lower part of the scene.
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