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Interior of the Church of San Benedetto, Subiaco

William James Müller

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an ornate chapel interior. It depicts an intricately designed chapel with detailed frescoes on its walls and ceiling. The vaulted ceiling features a fresco showing figures in soft pastel colors of blues and earthy tones. The architectural details such as arches and columns play with light and shadow, creating depth. In the center, there is an altar under a golden chandelier. The floor has geometric patterns leading towards the altar, framed by arches and religious iconography. The scene conveys a sense of tranquility and reverence.

Artwork Details

Date
1837
Medium
brown wash and watercolor over graphite, with scratching out on wove paper
Dimensions
3416 × 4026 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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