PietàJoseph Ignaz Mildorfer · 1750

  • Creation date1750
  • Dimensions220.0 x 126.0 cm
  • MuseumHoly Spirit Church

Joseph Ignaz Mildorfer (1719 – 1775)

Austrian painter Joseph Ignaz Mildorfer (1719-1775) excelled in religious frescoes & altarpieces. Explore his works, including 'Pietà' and 'Saint Mary in Hafnerberg'.

Holy Spirit Church (Sopron, Hungary)

Explore Sopron’s Holy Spirit Church – a stunning blend of Gothic and Baroque styles adorned with magnificent frescoes by Dorfmeister & Mildorfer! Discover Hungary's artistic heritage.


About this artwork

  • Title: Pietà
  • Artist: Joseph Ignaz Mildorfer
  • Year: 1750
  • Original dimensions: 220.0 x 126.0 cm
  • Format: Tall
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Holy Spirit Church
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Perceived brightness: balanced

Questions & Answers

When was "Pietà" made?

The creation of "Pietà" by Joseph Ignaz Mildorfer is dated 1750.

Is "Pietà" by Joseph Ignaz Mildorfer a light or a dark artwork?

"Pietà" by Joseph Ignaz Mildorfer is recorded as balanced, with a soft shadow luminance.

Who created "Pietà"?

The artist behind "Pietà" is Joseph Ignaz Mildorfer. The work is catalogued under Joseph Ignaz Mildorfer's name.

How do contrast and harmony combine in "Pietà"?

In "Pietà", a statement contrast is paired with a unified palette harmony.

What was Joseph Ignaz Mildorfer's age when "Pietà" was created?

When "Pietà" was created in 1750, Joseph Ignaz Mildorfer - born in 1719 - was 31 years old.

How harmonious are the colors of "Pietà" by Joseph Ignaz Mildorfer?

"Pietà" by Joseph Ignaz Mildorfer displays a unified palette color harmony.

Which palette and lead color define "Pietà"?

"Pietà" is defined by an earthy palette led by espresso (#3d312b).

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