Francesco Solimena Collection

Francesco Solimena, Italian Baroque painter
5893314 Francesco Solimena, Italian Baroque painter.; (add.info.: Portrait of Francesco Solimena, Italian Baroque painter 1657-1747. Francois Solimene. Copperplate engraving by M)

The Glorification of Saint Dominic, 1710-1785. Creators: Francesco Solimena, Unknown
The Glorification of Saint Dominic, 1710-1785. Copy after Francesco Solimena

Self-portrait, 1727. Creator: Solimena, Francesco (1657-1747)
Self-portrait, 1727. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

The Triumph of the Trinity (The Gloria). Creator: Francesco Solimena
The Triumph of the Trinity (The Gloria)

Judgement of Solomon, n.d. Creator: School of Francesco Solimena Italian, 1657-1748
Judgement of Solomon, n.d

Design for a Tomb, 1677/1747. Creator: School of Francesco Solimena Italian, 1657-1747
Design for a Tomb, 1677/1747

Allegory of Peace, n.d. Creator: School of Francesco Solimena Italian, 1657-1747
Allegory of Peace, n.d

Crucifixion with Saint John the Evangelist, the Virgin and Two Maries, n.d

Saints Luke and Dominic, n.d. Creator: School of Francesco Solimena Italian, 1657-1747
Saints Luke and Dominic, n.d

Erminia and the Shepherds, n.d. Creator: Giuseppe Nicola Nasini
Erminia and the Shepherds, n.d

Ascension of Female Saint, n.d. Creator: Martino Altomonte
Ascension of Female Saint, n.d

Slight ink scribbles, possibly a drapery study? (verso)
5938286 Slight ink scribbles, possibly a drapery study? (verso), eighteenth century (red chalk on paper) [see 5938219] by Solimena, Francesco (1657-1747); 29x20.5 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum

Interior of Church of Gesu Nuovo, Naples, Campania, Italy

Study sheet (recto), eighteenth century (red chalk on paper) [see 5938286]
5938219 Study sheet (recto), eighteenth century (red chalk on paper) [see 5938286] by Solimena, Francesco (1657-1747); 29x20.5 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Drawing on back of the paper (verso), before 1747 (graphite on paper) [see 5938251]
5938282 Drawing on back of the paper (verso), before 1747 (graphite on paper) [see 5938251] by Solimena, Francesco (1657-1747); 23.4x23.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Shepherd blowing a pipe, before 1747 (red chalk on paper)
5938247 Shepherd blowing a pipe, before 1747 (red chalk on paper) by Solimena, Francesco (1657-1747); 18.6x23.4 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; Italian

Study for a female figure in a spandrel (recto), before 1747 (graphite on paper
5938251 Study for a female figure in a spandrel (recto), before 1747 (graphite on paper) [see 5938282] by Solimena, Francesco (1657-1747); 23.4x23.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Saint Louis of France, (oil on canvas)
990377 Saint Louis of France, (oil on canvas) by Solimena, Francesco (1657-1747); 167.7x97.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: known as l Abbate Ciccio); Photo eChristies Images; Italian

Noli me tangere, 1730-39. Creator: Pietro Monaco
Noli me tangere, 1730-39

The Birth of the Virgin, ca. 1690. Creator: Francesco Solimena
The Birth of the Virgin, ca. 1690

The Risen Christ Appearing to the Virgin, c. 1708. Creator: Francesco Solimena (Italian
The Risen Christ Appearing to the Virgin, c. 1708. The dramatic contrasts of light and dark reveal the long aftereffects of Caravaggio in Naples

Meeting of Solomon and Queen of Sheba. Creator: Francesco Solimena (Italian, 1657-1747)
Meeting of Solomon and Queen of Sheba

Perseus Holding up the Head of Medusa, 18th century. Artist: Francesco Solimena
Perseus Holding up the Head of Medusa, 18th century. Perseus, legendary Greek hero who slew Medusa, chief of the Gorgons. From the Department of Drawings, Musee du Louvre, Paris

St Josephs Dream, c1677-1747. Artist: Francesco Solimena
St Josephs Dream, c1677-1747. An Angel appearing to Joseph in a dream, telling him to take Mary as his wife because she was carrying the Son of God

Diana Actaeon oil canvas 84 x 71 cm specified
Diana and Actaeon, oil on canvas, 84 x 71 cm, not specified, Francesco Solimena, (Schule / school), Canale di Serino 1657-1747 Barra bei Neapel

Aurora Taking Leave Tithonus Francesco Solimena
Aurora Taking Leave of Tithonus; Francesco Solimena (Italian (Neapolitan), 1657 - 1747); 1704; Oil on canvas; 201.9 x 151.8 cm (79 1, 2 x 59 3, 4 in.)

Venus Forge Vulcan Francesco Solimena Italian
Venus at the Forge of Vulcan; Francesco Solimena (Italian (Neapolitan), 1657 - 1747); 1704; Oil on canvas; 205.4 x 153.7 cm (80 7, 8 x 60 1, 2 in.)

Venus Receiving Vulcan Arms Aeneas Francesco Solimena
Venus Receiving from Vulcan the Arms of Aeneas; Francesco Solimena (Italian (Neapolitan), 1657 - 1747); Italy; 1704; Pen and brown ink and brown wash over black chalk; 21 x 14.3 cm (8 1, 4 x 5 5)

Meeting Solomon Queen Sheba Francesco Solimena
Meeting of Solomon and Queen of Sheba. Francesco Solimena (Italian, 1657-1747). Black chalk; sheet: 18.9 x 27.4 cm (7 7/16 x 10 13/16 in.)

Risen Christ Appearing Virgin 1708 Francesco Solimena
The Risen Christ Appearing to the Virgin, c. 1708. Francesco Solimena (Italian, 1657-1747). Oil on canvas; framed: 250.2 x 197.5 x 12.7 cm (98 1/2 x 77 3/4 x 5 in.); unframed

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Francesco Solimena, a renowned Italian artist from the eighteenth century, left an indelible mark on the art world with his exquisite paintings and drawings. One of his notable works is the Interior of Church of Gesu Nuovo in Naples, Campania, Italy. This captivating piece showcases Solimena's mastery in capturing the grandeur and spirituality of religious spaces. In another artwork attributed to him, we find slight ink scribbles on what appears to be a drapery study. These delicate markings offer us a glimpse into Solimena's creative process and his attention to detail. On a study sheet, we see red chalk strokes on paper. This medium allowed Solimena to explore various techniques and refine his artistic skills further. The recto side reveals intricate sketches that demonstrate his ability to bring life to figures through simple yet expressive lines. Solimena's talent extended beyond sketches and studies as seen in St Peter, an oil painting on canvas measuring 79x65 cm. With meticulous brushwork and vibrant colors, he immortalized this biblical figure with grace and dignity. Another remarkable portrait by Solimena depicts the Knight of Golden Fleece. Through skillful brushstrokes, he captures not only the physical likeness but also conveys the knight's noble character. One of Solimena's religious compositions portrays St Bonaventure receiving the banner of St Sepulchre from Madonna. In this scene filled with divine symbolism, he masterfully blends light and shadow to create a sense of awe-inspiring spirituality. A self-portrait painted in 1715 offers us insight into Solimena himself—a confident artist who proudly presents himself before his canvas. The details meticulously rendered reveal both his technical prowess and introspective nature. Turning our attention towards some drawings attributed to him; one can observe graphite marks on paper depicting intriguing subjects such as shepherds blowing pipes or even a Madonna of Rosary with Saints Dominic and Catherine.