Altar Flanked by St. Louis and St. Theresa 1815 - 1868
emilecharleswattier
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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toned paper
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water colours
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possibly oil pastel
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handmade artwork painting
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cross
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coloured pencil
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coffee painting
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underpainting
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
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arm
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angel
"Altar Flanked by St. Louis and St. Theresa" is a design by French artist Emile-Charles Wattier, completed between 1815 and 1868. This elaborate watercolor depicts an altar with St. Louis and St. Theresa flanking it, set against a backdrop of cherubs and angels ascending towards the heavens. The artwork highlights the rich decorative elements common in Catholic church design, showcasing Wattier's skill in architectural detail and figure drawing. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses this design, offering insight into the visual culture of 19th-century France.
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