St. Catherine of Siena 1746

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo's "St. Catherine of Siena" (1746) is a striking portrayal of the influential 14th-century Italian saint. The oil-on-canvas painting depicts Catherine in a state of spiritual ecstasy, wearing a crown of thorns and looking upwards with a serene expression. The delicate brushwork and vibrant colors characteristic of Tiepolo's style create a luminous and ethereal atmosphere. The work is housed in the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, Austria.