Ascension of Young Saint (Saint Louis of Toulouse?)
Maker
Lorenzo di Credi
(Italian, ca. 1456 - 1536)
Additional Title(s)
- Ascension of Young Saint (St. Louis of Toulouse?)
Collections
ClassificationsPAINTINGS
Date1485-1490
Mediumtempera on canvas
Dimensionsdiameter: 23 in. (58.4 cm.)
DescriptionThis is a Renaissance circular painting portraying the ascension of a young saint, possibly Saint Louis of Toulouse between two saints. The golden frame is carved and decorated with a wreath of fruit.
Credit LineThe Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. The Arabella D. Huntington Memorial Art Collection.
Label TextThe round format of this painting brings to mind the celestial sphere, enhancing the theme of a saint ascending to heaven. Though they do not touch him, the angels flanking the unidentified saint hold their hands as if to support his body.Status
On viewObject number26.88
Matteo di Giovanni
mid 15th Century
Object number: 26.104
