Marriage of the VirginPietro Novelli · 1647

  • Creation date1647
  • MuseumSt. Matteo

Pietro Novelli (1603 – 1647)

Pietro Novelli (1603-1647), 'Raphael of Sicily,' was a Baroque master in Palermo. Explore his dynamic paintings influenced by Van Dyck & Caravaggisti, featuring religious scenes and Sicilian nobility portraits.

St. Matteo (Palermo, Italy)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Marriage of the Virgin
  • Artist: Pietro Novelli
  • Year: 1647
  • Format: Tall
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: St. Matteo
  • Color intensity: Monochromatic
  • Perceived brightness: deep_shadow
  • Topics: marriage, virgin

Questions & Answers

Is "Marriage of the Virgin" more bright or more dark overall?

"Marriage of the Virgin" is deep_shadow overall, and its luminance is dark.

How much light do the colors of "Marriage of the Virgin" appear to reflect?

The colors of "Marriage of the Virgin" show a dark luminance.

Who created "Marriage of the Virgin"?

"Marriage of the Virgin" is attributed to Pietro Novelli.

Which museum holds the original "Marriage of the Virgin"?

You can see the original "Marriage of the Virgin" at the St. Matteo, Palermo, Italy.

What was Pietro Novelli's age when "Marriage of the Virgin" was created?

Pietro Novelli made "Marriage of the Virgin" at the age of 44. The artist was born in 1603 and the work is dated 1647.

Is "Marriage of the Virgin" held in the country of its creator?

Yes - the artwork is kept in the artist's home country. Pietro Novelli was born in Italy, and the original "Marriage of the Virgin" is held in a museum in Italy.

When was "Marriage of the Virgin" made?

"Marriage of the Virgin" by Pietro Novelli was created in 1647.

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