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The Meditation on the Passion, c. 1490 (oil and tempera on wood)
3493259 The Meditation on the Passion, c.1490 (oil and tempera on wood) by Carpaccio, Vittore (c.1460/5-1523/6); 66.5x84.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Meditation on the theme of Death and Resurrection. The Old Testament figure Job sits on a block inscribed in pseudo-Hebrew opposite Saint Jerome (c.347-420). Christs dead body sits on a broken throne, also inscribed in pseudo-Hebrew. A bird--symbol of the soul--flies upwards. The landscape, barren on the left and pastoral on the right, alludes to the contrasting themes of life and death, as do the animals that inhabit it. ); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22442478
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Hebrew Hermit Italian Renaissance Passion Resurrection Saint Jerome Skull Soul St Jerome Suffering
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The Meditation on the Passion
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is a captivating print that showcases Vittore Carpaccio's masterpiece from 1490. This oil and tempera painting, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, USA, delves into the profound theme of Death and Resurrection. At its center, Job, an Old Testament figure known for his suffering, sits on a block inscribed with pseudo-Hebrew characters. Opposite him stands Saint Jerome, a revered Christian saint from the fourth century. The broken throne upon which Christ's lifeless body rests also bears pseudo-Hebrew inscriptions. Symbolizing the soul's journey after death is a bird soaring upwards against a contrasting landscape. On one side lies barrenness while pastoral beauty graces the other—a poignant representation of life and death. Animals scattered throughout further emphasize these opposing themes. Carpaccio's meticulous attention to detail shines through this Venetian masterpiece of Italian Renaissance artistry. The composition evokes deep contemplation on suffering and resurrection within Christianity. The inclusion of religious symbols such as skulls and biblical references adds layers of meaning to this thought-provoking artwork. Through "The Meditation on the Passion". Carpaccio invites viewers to reflect upon their own mortality while contemplating spiritual redemption. This print captures every intricate brushstroke and color palette employed by Carpaccio, allowing admirers worldwide to appreciate this significant piece of Italian artistic heritage without leaving their homes or offices.
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