The Mystic Marriage of St. Catherine 1515

Correggio's "The Mystic Marriage of St. Catherine" (1515) depicts a pivotal moment in the life of St. Catherine of Alexandria. The Virgin Mary, enthroned with the Christ child, joins the hands of St. Catherine and the baby Jesus, signifying her mystical marriage to Christ. The painting, characterized by its soft, luminous colors and subtle modeling, is a testament to Correggio's mastery of sfumato, a technique that creates a hazy atmosphere. St. Catherine of Alexandria, mystic marriage, Correggio, High Renaissance.