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The Death of St. Clare (oil on canvas)
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The Death of St. Clare (oil on canvas)
XIR222466 The Death of St. Clare (oil on canvas) by Murillo, Bartolome Esteban (1618-82) (school of); State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; (add.info.: founder of the Order of Poor Clares; ); Spanish, out of copyright
Media ID 12721441
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Candle Crying Grief Habit Last Rites Mourners Palm Monks Mourning
The Death of St. Clare
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is a captivating oil on canvas masterpiece by Bartolome Esteban Murillo, or possibly one of his students from the same school. This powerful artwork can be found in the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia. The painting depicts the somber scene of the death of St. Clare, who was the founder of the Order of Poor Clares. The composition portrays a group of mourners dressed in traditional habits, their faces filled with grief and tears streaming down their cheeks. In this Baroque-style piece, Murillo skillfully captures both the physical and emotional aspects surrounding death and mourning. A palm branch symbolizing martyrdom rests beside St. Clare's lifeless body as monks perform her last rites by candlelight. The artist's attention to detail is evident through his meticulous brushwork and use of light and shadow to create depth within each figure. The overall atmosphere exudes solemnity while evoking a sense of reverence for this revered saint. This print serves as a poignant reminder not only of St. Clare's significance but also highlights Murillo's mastery as an artist during this period in Spanish art history. It invites viewers to reflect upon themes such as spirituality, mortality, and devotion that were central to religious life at that time.
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