German school (XVII) - Saint Gebhard of Constance (949–995)





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This 17th-century Baroque oil painting by the German school depicts Saint Gebhard of Constance and is sold with a frame.
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A splendid oil on canvas, depicting Saint Gebhard, Bishop of Constance, standing in full episcopal vestments, wearing a red mitre and richly ornamented cope, and holding a bishop’s crozier and a palm branch, symbol of martyrdom. A celestial apparition appears in the upper left, while a landscape with figures and architectural elements provides the background. The lower edge bears a Latin inscription.
Saint Gebhard was appointed Bishop of Constance in 979 by Emperor Otto II and is particularly remembered for his charitable works, his commitment to ecclesiastical reform, and the foundation of the Benedictine Abbey of Petershausen in 983. Venerated as the patron saint of Constance and Vorarlberg, his feast day is celebrated on 27 August.
An evocative example of 17th-century religious painting, combining traditional episcopal iconography with a richly coloured and finely detailed Baroque composition.
⦿ Estimated Period: 17th century.
⦿ Dimensions (approx.): 29 x 43 cm (artwork), 36.5 x 50 cm (incl. frame/total).
⦿ Condition: Exhibits an authentic patina of age (see pictures).
⦿ Please note: Frame included gratis; comes as a gift and should be treated as such.
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– Dispatched from Germany, or local (free coffee:)) pick-up available. Please ensure your shipping details are complete and accurate to help avoid delays.
⦿ Please consider reusing or recycling the packaging. Thank you!
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A splendid oil on canvas, depicting Saint Gebhard, Bishop of Constance, standing in full episcopal vestments, wearing a red mitre and richly ornamented cope, and holding a bishop’s crozier and a palm branch, symbol of martyrdom. A celestial apparition appears in the upper left, while a landscape with figures and architectural elements provides the background. The lower edge bears a Latin inscription.
Saint Gebhard was appointed Bishop of Constance in 979 by Emperor Otto II and is particularly remembered for his charitable works, his commitment to ecclesiastical reform, and the foundation of the Benedictine Abbey of Petershausen in 983. Venerated as the patron saint of Constance and Vorarlberg, his feast day is celebrated on 27 August.
An evocative example of 17th-century religious painting, combining traditional episcopal iconography with a richly coloured and finely detailed Baroque composition.
⦿ Estimated Period: 17th century.
⦿ Dimensions (approx.): 29 x 43 cm (artwork), 36.5 x 50 cm (incl. frame/total).
⦿ Condition: Exhibits an authentic patina of age (see pictures).
⦿ Please note: Frame included gratis; comes as a gift and should be treated as such.
⦿ Shipping: Fast dispatch ✓ Tracked ✓ Insured ✓ Eco-friendly ✓
– Dispatched from Germany, or local (free coffee:)) pick-up available. Please ensure your shipping details are complete and accurate to help avoid delays.
⦿ Please consider reusing or recycling the packaging. Thank you!

