The Vision of Saint Hubert 1890

"The Vision of Saint Hubert" (1890) by Franz von Stuck is a Symbolist depiction of a pivotal moment in the life of Saint Hubert, the patron saint of hunters. The painting depicts the saint encountering a stag with a radiant cross between its antlers in a shadowy forest, representing a divine message. The dark, atmospheric setting and the stag’s ethereal glow create a sense of mystery and spiritual significance, characteristic of Symbolist art. Stuck’s use of muted colors and subtle details adds to the painting’s evocative quality, inviting viewers to contemplate the scene’s symbolism.