Sebastiano Conca
1680–1764 · Italian · 14 artworks
BaroqueAllegorical representationDramatic lightingDynamic compositionRich color palettesTheatrical gestures
artist bio
Sebastiano Conca was a prominent Italian painter of the late Baroque period, known for his grand, decorative frescoes and altarpieces. He played a significant role in shaping the Roman Baroque style and influenced subsequent generations of artists.
what you'll learn
Studying Conca's work allows students to understand the principles of Baroque composition, including dynamic movement, dramatic lighting, and the use of allegory. Students can also learn about the role of art in religious and political contexts of the 18th century.
related: Pompeo Batoni, Francesco Solimena
14 artworks
The Madonna Appearing to St. Philip Neri
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Fame
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Urania and Erato
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The Education of Achilles
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Hercules Crowned by Fame
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The Glorification of St Cecilia
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Saint Cecilia
1745
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The Penitent Mary Magdalene
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Alexander the Great in the Temple of Jerusalem
1736
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I Santi Erasmo E Marciano
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Allégorie De La Renommée
1730
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The Vision of Aeneas in the Elysian Fields
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Milagro De Santo Toribio
1726
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Idolatry of Solomon
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