What is a baroque religious portrait canvas?

It is an oil painting on canvas depicting a saint, biblical figure or religious leader in the dramatic baroque style. These works date primarily from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Subjects range from intimate depictions of the Virgin Mary to large-scale portraits of popes and scholars. They emphasise emotional intensity and deep shadow work.

How do I identify seventeenth-century canvases?

Seventeenth-century pieces typically display characteristic handling of oil paint, dramatic chiaroscuro lighting and specific regional school conventions. Canvas preparation and pigment analysis further assist in dating. Works from this era often connect to Italian, Spanish or French workshops active during the height of the baroque movement. Secondary documentation or attribution helps confirm origin.

Where should I hang these paintings?

These works suit spaces with controlled lighting that can accommodate traditional giltwood frames and dark oil palettes. They function effectively as focal points in studies, living areas or hallways. Placing canvases away from direct sunlight and moisture protects the oil paint and canvas support over time. Proper wall anchoring is necessary for heavier framed pieces.

What does after an artist mean?

The term indicates that the painting is a later copy or study based on a known work by a master. These pieces were often created by students or followers as part of their training. Such paintings still reflect period techniques and devotional practices while offering an alternative to primary master works. They provide insight into the dissemination of popular religious imagery.

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A baroque religious portrait canvas brings devotional subjects into the room with dramatic contrast, deep shadow and centuries of presence.

Genoese School (Xvii) Painting of the Penitent Mary Magdelene Comforted by Angels, Attributed to Gian Lorenzo Bertolotto (1640 - 1721)

17th century

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Genoese School (Xvii) Painting of the Penitent Mary Magdelene Comforted by Angels, Attributed to Gian Lorenzo Bertolotto (1640 - 1721)

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Italian School Painting of Saint Francis of Paola (Charitas), Manner of Jusepe De Ribera (1591-1652)

18th century

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Italian School Painting of Saint Francis of Paola (Charitas), Manner of Jusepe De Ribera (1591-1652)

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Head and Shoulders Portrait of the Penitent Mary Magdelene, Circle of Guido Reni (1575-1600)

17th century

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Head and Shoulders Portrait of the Penitent Mary Magdelene, Circle of Guido Reni (1575-1600)

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18th century

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Early-18th Century French School, Ex-voto Portrait with Emilian Jacobin, the Virgin Mary, Christ & Angels - Antique Oil Painting

From Brave Fine Art

£4,900

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18th century

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Studio of Pompeo Batoni, “Madonna of the Annunciation” – Mid-18th Century Italian Old Master

From Antiques Decorative (Sussex)

£1,450

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St. John the Baptist After Murillo 18th Religious Oil Portrait Paintings of Lambs

18th century

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St. John the Baptist After Murillo 18th Religious Oil Portrait Paintings of Lambs

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£1,350

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17th century

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17th Century Portrait of a Clergyman - Oil Painting

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£1,800

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Antique Painting Our Lady of the Rosary After Bartolomé Murillo 175x125c 19th C

19th century

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Antique Painting Our Lady of the Rosary After Bartolomé Murillo 175x125c 19th C

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£4,250

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A Large Oil on Canvas Study of Saint Jerome.

1900 - 1920

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A Large Oil on Canvas Study of Saint Jerome.

From Minerva Antiques Ltd

£560

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Huge Old Master Italian Oil Painting Portrait of Pope Clement XIII

18th century

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Huge Old Master Italian Oil Painting Portrait of Pope Clement XIII

From Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd

£11,000

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Listings feature canvases spanning the seventeenth, eighteenth, nineteenth and twentieth centuries, executed in oil paint upon wood and giltwood frames.

18th century

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An 18th Century Saint Portrait

From Oliveri Antiques Ltd

£495

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Baroque Religious Portrait Canvas

Genoese School (Xvii) Painting of the Penitent Mary Magdelene Comforted by Angels, Attributed to Gian Lorenzo Bertolotto (1640 - 1721)

Italian School Painting of Saint Francis of Paola (Charitas), Manner of Jusepe De Ribera (1591-1652)

Head and Shoulders Portrait of the Penitent Mary Magdelene, Circle of Guido Reni (1575-1600)

Early-18th Century French School, Ex-voto Portrait with Emilian Jacobin, the Virgin Mary, Christ & Angels - Antique Oil Painting

Studio of Pompeo Batoni, “Madonna of the Annunciation” – Mid-18th Century Italian Old Master

St. John the Baptist After Murillo 18th Religious Oil Portrait Paintings of Lambs

17th Century Portrait of a Clergyman - Oil Painting

Antique Painting Our Lady of the Rosary After Bartolomé Murillo 175x125c 19th C

A Large Oil on Canvas Study of Saint Jerome.

Huge Old Master Italian Oil Painting Portrait of Pope Clement XIII

An 18th Century Saint Portrait

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