“Tobie Et L’ange,” an oil on panel artwork by Salvator Rosa, belongs to the Baroque art movement. The genre of this piece is religious painting, and it is currently housed in the Louvre, Paris, France.
The artwork depicts a biblical scene with Tobie and an angel. The angel, adorned with soft, golden curls and robed in a flowing, light-colored garment, leans forward to assist Tobie, who is kneeling and grasping a large fish, as they stand near a water body. The ethereal quality of the angel contrasts with Tobie’s more earthly appearance. The interaction between the figures, emphasized by the delicate touches and guiding gestures of the angel, suggests a narrative of guidance and divine intervention. The dark and turbulent background, characteristic of Baroque stylistic elements, enhances the scene’s dramatic and spiritual atmosphere.
