Death of Saint Joseph by Unknown Artist. An 18th-century oil painting depicting the dying Saint Joseph attended by Jesus and Mary, with cherubs and the Holy Spirit as a dove above.

Death of Saint Joseph

Unknown Artist

1760 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A dramatic 18th-century scene showing the passing of Saint Joseph, characterized by rich colors and divine light.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character with warm wood and umber notes — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Dining Room · Library · Study
Placement
Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
Walls
Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Rich brown, Charcoal black, Aged gold

About the piece

This 1760 oil painting by a Central European master captures the solemn moment of the Death of Saint Joseph. Surrounded by Jesus, the Virgin Mary, and celestial cherubim, the composition uses dramatic lighting and a vibrant palette of reds and deep blues to convey a sense of peaceful transition and divine grace typical of the late Baroque style.