Assumption of the Virgin

Cleveland Museum of Art

The painting depicts a religious scene, Assumption of the Virgin, created by an artist; the artwork features a central female figure surrounded by multiple angels. The woman has long, curly hair and wears a robe; her head is tilted upwards with eyes closed. She has an illuminated halo around her head and her arms are outstretched. Multiple angels surround her; some are lifting her up while others are flying around her. The angels wear robes and have wings; they are depicted in various poses with dynamic movements. The background shows clouds; the overall color palette is brown with shades of light and dark brown. The painting style appears to be Baroque with dramatic lighting and intense emotions.