Saint Francis receiving divine inspiration. Neapolitan circle. 17th century

Descriptio Oil on canvas. Dimensions 67 x 59 / 81 x 73 cm. A devotional scene centered on Saint Francis seated, receiving the Christ Child held by an angel while other celestial figures offer him a floral crown and lilies, in an atmosphere of gentle mystical exaltation. The composition delicately articulates the relationship between the earthly and the supernatural, placing the saint in an ecstatic attitude within an open landscape bursting with glory. The angelic figures and the tenderness of the Child introduce a gentle and affectionate tone, reinforced by a light palette and soft modeling with Italianate resonance. The whole reflects a Neapolitan Baroque sensibility, close to devotional models from the circle of Giovanni Battista Beinaschi, where restrained theatricality and expressive sweetness transform the mystical vision into an image of intense spiritual persuasion. Due to its age and history of use, this lot may show signs of wear and previous interventions. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, no specialized technical testing has been performed. The absence of any mention of restorations does not guarantee that none exist. You may request additional information before placing a bid. This does not affect the buyer’s statutory rights.

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