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Large 18th Century Italian Oil on Canvas Religious Painting
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Large 18th Century Italian Oil on Canvas Religious Painting

18th century
Sold 17 May 2025 · TallBoy Interiors
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This is a truly exceptional 18th century religious oil on canvas. It depicts 'The Ecstasy of Teresa' and depicts St Teresa having a profound religious experience. Often regarded as a piece of Erotic religious art here is a description.

This sculptural group portrays Teresa's experience of religious ecstasy, as described in her autobiography, when an angel appeared before her with a golden spear: "He appeared to me to be thrusting it at times into my heart, and... to leave me all on fire with a great love of God. The pain was so great, that it made me moan; and yet so surpassing was the sweetness of this excessive pain, that I could not wish to be rid of it. The soul is satisfied now with nothing less than God." [Note that Teresa expresses her intense desire for God in the language of erotic passion, an approach which is part of the long tradition of what is called "bridal mysticism".

Whether you enjoy art for its meaning or is decorative appeal this certainly has both. With its original painted frame and standing just under 6ft tall this is an epic piece of artwork. Its condition is very good also with various age related marks and repairs but nothing that takes away from the piece.

Height 180cm Width 134cm

Date of Manufacture

TallBoy Interiors has dated this 18th Century Religious Painting to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
180cm (70.87")
Width
134cm (52.76")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
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SA1079714
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SKU00002035
Description
This is a truly exceptional 18th century religious oil on canvas. It depicts 'The Ecstasy of Teresa' and depicts St Teresa having a profound religious experience. Often regarded as a piece of Erotic religious art here is a description.

This sculptural group portrays Teresa's experience of religious ecstasy, as described in her autobiography, when an angel appeared before her with a golden spear: "He appeared to me to be thrusting it at times into my heart, and... to leave me all on fire with a great love of God.

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The pain was so great, that it made me moan; and yet so surpassing was the sweetness of this excessive pain, that I could not wish to be rid of it.
TallBoy Interiors

The soul is satisfied now with nothing less than God." [Note that Teresa expresses her intense desire for God in the language of erotic passion, an approach which is part of the long tradition of what is called "bridal mysticism".

fig 1. An 18th century Italian oil on canvas religious painting depicting figures in a painted architectural frame.
fig 1. Large 18th Century Italian Oil on Canvas Religious Painting

Whether you enjoy art for its meaning or is decorative appeal this certainly has both. With its original painted frame and standing just under 6ft tall this is an epic piece of artwork. Its condition is very good also with various age related marks and repairs but nothing that takes away from the piece.

Height 180cm Width 134cm

Date of Manufacture

TallBoy Interiors has dated this 18th Century Religious Painting to the 18th Century.

Height
180cm (70.87")
Width
134cm (52.76")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1079714
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00002035
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Archive I An 18th century Italian oil on canvas religious painting depicting figures in a painted architectural frame. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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An 18th century Italian oil on canvas religious painting depicting figures in a painted architectural frame.
Large 18th century Italian oil on canvas Religious painting
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  • ObjectPaintings
  • Period18th century
  • StyleBaroque
  • MaterialOil paint, Canvas, Wood
  • ColourMuted Multi-colour
  • MotifsFigurative composition, Religious iconography, Architectural framing
  • SizeH 180 cm (71 in) x W 134 cm (53 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

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Eighteenth-century religious paintings typically reflect Baroque and Rococo influences, characterised by dramatic lighting, emotive figures, and complex devotional narratives often commissioned for churches or private chapels.

These works are traditionally executed in oil paint on hand-woven linen or hemp canvas, stretched over mortise-and-tenon wooden frames and secured with handmade iron or wooden tacks.

Authenticity is determined by examining canvas weave regularity, ground layer composition, pigment analysis under magnification, and natural craquelure consistent with age and oxidisation.

Pairing a historic canvas with contemporary minimalist surroundings creates a striking visual contrast, allowing the rich tones and narrative depth of the artwork to anchor the room as a focal point.

Preservation requires maintaining stable relative humidity and temperature, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent pigment fading, and consulting a professional conservator for cleaning or varnish removal.
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