St. Cecilia at her Organ, Roman School, first half 17th Century.

Oil on copper, 21cm by 16.5cm.

The painting was previously attributed to Domenichino (1581-1641).

St. Cecilia was a 3rd Century A.D. Roman martyr and patroness of music and musicians.

Although often depicted playing the organ, she is also sometimes painted playing a viola, or other musical instrument.

REFERENCE: PIC035

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