“Angel Holding an Olive Branch” is an exemplary work of art by Hans Memling, executed between 1475 and 1480. This oil on panel painting measures 15.7 by 10.1 centimeters and belongs to the Northern Renaissance art movement. The artwork, a religious painting, is currently housed in the Louvre in Paris, France.
The painting depicts an angel, holding an olive branch, symbolizing peace. The angel is portrayed with gentle facial features and a calm expression, emphasizing the serene nature of the scene. The background is rendered in a warm, golden hue that enhances the ethereal quality of the celestial figure. The attention to detail in the angel’s wings and the delicate rendering of the olive branch exemplify Memling’s masterful technique and his ability to convey religious themes with profound grace and beauty.
