Coronation of the Virgin

Denys Calvaert

Associated Names
Denys Calvaert

Artist, Flemish, 1540 - 1619

This is a drawing of a celestial scene featuring figures surrounded by clouds and a heavenly atmosphere. The drawing is in a sketch-like manner, using delicate lines to depict human forms and clouds. At the top center, a dove encircled by radiant lines emanates light, positioned above the figures. The figures, seemingly divine beings, wear flowing robes and have graceful postures. They are surrounded by cherubic figures. The composition is balanced, with celestial forms within swirling clouds, creating a sense of movement and harmony. The drawing uses sparse shading to accentuate the lightness and spirituality of the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and brown ink on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Julius S. Held Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 19.7 x 15.9 cm (7 3/4 x 6 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1985.1.24


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Paul Sandby (Lugt 2112), Julius S. Held [1905-2002]; gift 1985 to NGA.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

by artist lower center in pen and brown ink: dionisio (the form of name used by Calvaert in Italy, where he was known as Dionisio Fiammingo); later hand lower right in brown ink: Cangiani; notations in graphite on recto and verso of mount

Wikidata ID

Q64541037

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