The Apotheosis of St. Ignatius 1685

"The Apotheosis of St. Ignatius" is a 1685 fresco painted by Italian artist Giovanni Battista Gaulli. The central figure of the artwork is St. Ignatius, founder of the Jesuit Order, ascending to heaven surrounded by a multitude of angels. The dynamic composition and dramatic use of light are characteristic of the Baroque style, which Gaulli helped to define. This work is considered to be a masterpiece of religious art, capturing the awe and wonder of a divine ascension. The vibrant colors and swirling forms contribute to a sense of heavenly grandeur. The image is a powerful representation of faith and spiritual exaltation.