Saint Catherine of Alexandria, ca. 1700 1716, by Juan Correa at MUNAL 03
Artista: Juan Correa
Siglo XVII · México
Colección: Juan Correa
This anonymous painting depicts a female figure, possibly Saint Catherine of Alexandria, identified by the attributes of her martyrdom: the palm branch, the sword, and the spiked wheel. The Baroque style is evident in the richness of her garments, the classical pose, and the presence of celestial putti amidst golden clouds in the upper section. The composition, with its dramatic lighting and opulent details, is characteristic of religious painting from the 17th or 18th centuries, aiming to evoke devotion and awe.
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