The Exultation of Saint Nicholas of Tolentino
The Met
Artist: Giovanni di Paolo (Giovanni di Paolo di Grazia)(Italian, Siena 1398–1482 Siena)
Date: ca. 1450
Department: Robert Lehman Collection
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Tempera on wood, gold ground
Dimensions: Overall, with engaged frame, 19 1/8 x 14 1/4 in. (48.6 x 36.2 cm)
Credit Line: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A robed figure with a halo, surrounded by a wreath, with winged figures and a banner
Detailed Description
A vertical, arched-top composition features a central male figure against a gold background. The figure has a light halo around his head and wears a dark brown or black hooded robe that reaches his feet. His left hand is raised with the palm open, while his right hand holds a bundle of thin, dark sticks or reeds. He stands within a large, dark green wreath composed of leaves and several white lilies with yellow centers. Below the central figure, two small, winged, reddish-orange figures, resembling cherubs or putti, are positioned on either side, appearing to support the wreath. Above the central figure, another robed figure emerges from a burst of golden light, also with a halo. This upper figure holds a long, dark banner that unfurls horizontally to the right. The background is primarily gold, showing signs of wear with reddish-brown undertones visible in various areas. The overall composition is symmetrical.
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