STYLE OF SALVADOR MAELLA (Valencia, 1739-Madrid, 1819) - 18TH CENTURY

Descriptio Oil on canvas. A dramatic religious composition of intense devotional pathos depicting Christ, semi-nude and prostrate on a white shroud, displaying the wounds of the Passion with highly naturalistic anatomy. Beside him, an angel in a red robe bursts into the scene with a vehement gesture that accentuates the supernatural and emotional dimension of the episode. The strong contrast of light emerges from the darkness of the background, selectively illuminating the flesh tones and the folds of the cloth with a treatment reminiscent of Caravaggesque naturalism. The composition, sober and focused on the main figures, emphasizes the spiritual intensity through the expressiveness of the faces and the tension of the gestures. The work reveals a notable influence of the 18th-century Baroque, especially in the dramatic use of light and in the emotional construction of the sacred scene, intended to foster contemplation and religious empathy. Dimensions: 55 x 40 cm. 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.

Estimate:$5,574.29

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