St Catherine of AlexandriaBarbara Longhi · 1589

  • Creation date1589
  • Dimensions41.0 x 34.0 cm
  • MuseumMuseo d'Arte della Città

Barbara Longhi (1552 – 1638)

Discover Barbara Longhi (1552-1638), an Italian Mannerist painter celebrated for her serene Madonna & Child paintings and delicate portraits reflecting Counter-Reformation ideals.

Museo d'Arte della Città (Ravenna, Italy)

Historic Loggetta Lombardesca – Renaissance architectural setting.


About this artwork

  • Title: St Catherine of Alexandria
  • Artist: Barbara Longhi
  • Year: 1589
  • Original dimensions: 41.0 x 34.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Museo d'Arte della Città
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Color intensity: Monochromatic
  • Perceived brightness: deep_shadow

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How is "St Catherine of Alexandria" by Barbara Longhi proportioned, and how big is it?

"St Catherine of Alexandria" by Barbara Longhi is a portrait composition measuring 41 x 34 cm in the original.

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The artist behind "St Catherine of Alexandria" is Barbara Longhi. The work is catalogued under Barbara Longhi's name.

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The creation of "St Catherine of Alexandria" by Barbara Longhi is dated 1589.

How old was Barbara Longhi when creating "St Catherine of Alexandria" in 1589?

When "St Catherine of Alexandria" was created in 1589, Barbara Longhi - born in 1552 - was 37 years old.

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