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Ascension of Young Saint (Saint Louis of Toulouse?)
Ascension of Young Saint (Saint Louis of Toulouse?)

Ascension of Young Saint (Saint Louis of Toulouse?)

Maker (Italian, ca. 1456 - 1536)
Maker (Italian, 1453 - 1516)
Additional Title(s)
  • Ascension of Young Saint (St. Louis of Toulouse?)
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ClassificationsPAINTINGS
Date1485-1490
Mediumtempera on canvas
Dimensionsdiameter: 23 in. (58.4 cm.)
DescriptionThis Renaissance circular painting portrays the ascension of a young male saint, possibly Saint Louis of Toulouse, flanked by two angels.
Credit LineThe Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. The Arabella D. Huntington Memorial Art Collection.
Status
On view
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.
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Photography © 2015 Fredrik Nilsen
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