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St. Anthony the Abbot and St. Paul the First Hermit, c. 1642 (oil on canvas)
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St. Anthony the Abbot and St. Paul the First Hermit, c. 1642 (oil on canvas)
XIR36740 St. Anthony the Abbot and St. Paul the First Hermit, c.1642 (oil on canvas) by Velazquez, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y (1599-1660); 257x188 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Saint Antoine Abbe et Saint Paul Ermite; Anthony the Great went to visit Paul; met a centaur and a satyr who showed him the way; grave for Paul dug by two lions; ); Spanish, out of copyright
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This print showcases the masterpiece "St. Anthony the Abbot and St. Paul the First Hermit" by renowned Spanish artist Diego Rodriguez de Silva y Velazquez. Painted in 1642, this oil on canvas artwork measures an impressive 257x188 cm and is currently housed at the Prado Museum in Madrid, Spain. The painting depicts a powerful scene from Christian mythology, where Saint Anthony the Great pays a visit to Saint Paul the First Hermit. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported to a mystical world filled with symbolism and spirituality. Intriguingly, our eyes are drawn to a crow perched atop a rocky cave entrance, representing death as it watches over these holy figures engaged in prayer. The elderly saints stand humbly before us, their weathered faces reflecting years of devotion and solitude. A raven hovers above them while bread lies nearby – symbols of sustenance amidst their hermetic lifestyle. The burial ground dug by two majestic lions further emphasizes their connection with nature and divine protection. Velazquez's masterful brushstrokes bring life to every detail within this composition; from the texture of rock formations to intricate folds in clothing that hint at hidden stories waiting to be discovered. As we contemplate this remarkable artwork captured beautifully through photography by Fine Art Finder via Bridgeman Images, we cannot help but marvel at its timeless beauty and profound spiritual significance.
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