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Van Dyck - St Rosalia N070657
Filename: N070657.jpg
Size: 3681 x 5000 (20.3MB)
Date: 26th August 2009
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
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Van Dyck - St Rosalia N070657
APSLEY HOUSE, London. " St Rosalia Crowned with Roses by Two Angels" by Sir Anthony van DYCK (1599-1641). WM 1651-1948. From Spanish Royal Collection. Captured at Vitoria 1813
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St Rosalia Crowned with Roses by Two Angels," a masterpiece by the renowned Flemish painter Sir Anthony van Dyck (1599-1641), is captured in this evocative photograph from A.J. Photographics. The painting, now housed at Apsley House in London, was once a cherished part of the Spanish Royal Collection. The image depicts St Rosalia, the patron saint of Palermo, Sicily, who is said to have lived as a hermit in a cave for 15 years before being discovered and venerated. In this painting, she is shown in a moment of divine revelation, as two angels gently place a crown of roses upon her head. The delicate interplay of light and shadow, as well as the exquisite detail in the angels' wings and the intricate folds of St Rosalia's robes, demonstrate van Dyck's exceptional skill as a painter. The painting's provenance is rich and intriguing. It was captured at Vitoria in 1813, during the Peninsular War, when the Duke of Wellington's forces seized a large number of artworks from the Spanish Royal Collection. The painting was among the many treasures that found their way to England, where they have remained ever since. Today, St Rosalia Crowned with Roses by Two Angels is a testament to the enduring power of art to transcend the boundaries of time and place. It is a reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience, as well as the rich cultural heritage that has been passed down through the centuries. This photograph, taken by A.J. Photographics from Historic England, offers a unique glimpse into the past, allowing us to appreciate the artistry and historical significance of this remarkable painting.
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