AngelJohann Josef Christian · 1760
Baroque
1760
Benedictine Abbey
Johann Josef Christian (1706 – 1777)
Explore the refined Rococo portraits & genre scenes of Johann Josef Christian (1706-1777), a German painter capturing aristocratic life with detail and grace.
Benedictine Abbey (Ottoburg, Germany)
Discover Ottobeuren Abbey, Germany! Explore stunning Baroque architecture, a 400-figure nativity scene & the Emperor's Hall. This historic monastery dates back to the 8th century – a must-see for art & history lovers!
About this artwork
- Title: Angel
- Artist: Johann Josef Christian
- Year: 1760
- Format: Square
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Benedictine Abbey
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Corpus context: christian narrative depiction, catholic iconography prevalent
- Color palette: Earthy
- Main color: Rosy Brown
Questions & Answers
When was "Angel" made?
"Angel" by Johann Josef Christian was created in 1760.
Is "Angel" by Johann Josef Christian kept in the artist's home country?
Yes - the artwork is kept in the artist's home country. Johann Josef Christian was born in Germany, and the original "Angel" is held in a museum in Germany.
Which artist and which style stand behind "Angel"?
Johann Josef Christian created "Angel" within the Baroque movement.
Who is the artist behind "Angel"?
"Angel" is attributed to Johann Josef Christian.
What art movement does "Angel" by Johann Josef Christian belong to?
"Angel" is a work of Baroque. The movement indicates the artistic tradition the work is part of.
What was Johann Josef Christian's age when "Angel" was created?
Johann Josef Christian was 54 years old when creating "Angel" in 1760. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1706.
Is "Angel" by Johann Josef Christian in the public domain, and why?
The copyright status of "Angel" - in the public domain - its copyright has expired - follows from the artist's death in 1777.