St Paul (detail)Giuseppe Obici · 1850

  • Art movementBaroque
  • Creation date1850
  • MuseumSan Paolo fuori le Mura

Giuseppe Obici (1807 – 1878)

Explore the dramatic Baroque paintings of Giuseppe Obici (1807-1878), renowned for his intense religious scenes & masterful detail, including 'St. Paul'.

San Paolo fuori le Mura (Rome, Italy)

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About this artwork

  • Title: St Paul (detail)
  • Artist: Giuseppe Obici
  • Year: 1850
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: San Paolo fuori le Mura
  • Movement: Baroque
  • Creative period: Mature Period
  • Color palette: Neutrals
  • Keywords: art history, portrait detail, italian art

Questions & Answers

At what age did Giuseppe Obici make "St Paul (detail)"?

Giuseppe Obici was 43 years old when creating "St Paul (detail)" in 1850. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1807.

Is "St Paul (detail)" by Giuseppe Obici a portrait, landscape or square composition?

"St Paul (detail)" by Giuseppe Obici has a portrait format. The format describes the proportions of the composition.

Who created "St Paul (detail)"?

The artist behind "St Paul (detail)" is Giuseppe Obici. The work is catalogued under Giuseppe Obici's name.

Which artistic current is "St Paul (detail)" by Giuseppe Obici part of?

The movement associated with "St Paul (detail)" by Giuseppe Obici is Baroque. This classification situates the work among related artists and artworks.

What stage of Giuseppe Obici's development does "St Paul (detail)" represent?

Within Giuseppe Obici's career, "St Paul (detail)" falls in the Mature Period. The phase helps compare it with the artist's other works.

In what year was "St Paul (detail)" by Giuseppe Obici created?

The creation of "St Paul (detail)" by Giuseppe Obici is dated 1850.

Does "St Paul (detail)" by Giuseppe Obici use strong contrasts or soft harmonies?

The color analysis of "St Paul (detail)" by Giuseppe Obici records a statement contrast and a unified palette harmony.

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