The Trinity Surrounded by Angels

c. 1770

Bartholomäus Ignaz Weiss

Associated Names
Bartholomäus Ignaz Weiss

Artist, German, 1740 - 1814

This is a drawing of a scene featuring celestial beings and winged figures. The drawing depicts two central figures seated on clouds, surrounded by a host of smaller angelic figures. These figures appear to be engaged in conversation, with one holding a cross. The artwork is rendered in delicate lines with subtle shading, creating depth to the clouds and drapery. Numerous cherubs or putti encircle the central figures, adding movement to the composition. The use of shading and line work captures the clouds and the robes, creating an atmosphere of spiritual transcendence.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and brown ink and brown and gray wash on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Anonymous Gift

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.4 x 20.2 cm (11 9/16 x 7 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2003.135.1


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Artemis Fine Arts, Paris); purchased 2003 by NGA.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

by later hand, center verso in graphite: Pietro da Cortona / 1596 - 1643

Watermarks

arms in a circle with a crown and WM; slightly resembles Eineder 341 (Bavaria/Austria 1647)

Wikidata ID

Q64537142

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