“The Miracle of St Augustine” is a religious painting by the artist Tintoretto, created around 1550. This work is rendered in oil on canvas, measuring 255 by 175 cm, and belongs to the Mannerism movement, which is part of the Late Renaissance.
The artwork depicts a dramatic and divine scene featuring St Augustine, prominently showcased within a miraculous vision amidst a group of onlookers. St Augustine is portrayed as floating amid dark clouds, his figure illuminated and elevated above the terrestrial plane, creating a striking contrast between the heavenly and earthly realms. The people below exhibit varied reactions of astonishment, reverence, and awe, their expressions and body language meticulously captured to convey the intensity of the moment. Overall, the composition and dynamic use of light and shadow enhance the supernatural atmosphere of the scene, characteristic of Tintoretto’s distinctive and dramatic style within the context of Mannerism.