"Saint Barbara" Tempera on panel 16th century Origin: Central Italy Panel dimensions: 113 x 60 cm, frame 118 x 65 cm The artwork is in excellent condition. The large panel has been professionally consolidated by means of parquetry carried out in Florence. The pictorial surface has also been fixed. This extremely elegant large 16th-century panel depicts Saint Barbara seated on a throne, displaying her iconographic attributes. Her left hand holds the tower, and her right hand rests on her chest with the palm of martyrdom. The Saint is depicted in full figure in a solemn pose at the center of the scene. The drapes descending from the corners to her sides enhance the regality of the protagonist. The painting is truly of extreme elegance with a chromatic range of rare refinement and a perfectly calibrated combination of hues. Tracked shipping (DHL TRACKING) and fully insured with anti-shock packaging in a custom-made wooden crate. Delivery within 3 working days from receipt of the bank transfer (DHL EXPRESS). Negotiable price and personalized payments. We will respond to any requests by telephone (348 7225327) or by e-mail. All photographic details on the private website http://www.antichitaischia.it