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The Parable of the Mote and the Beam, c. 1619 (oil on wood)
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The Parable of the Mote and the Beam, c. 1619 (oil on wood)
3086893 The Parable of the Mote and the Beam, c.1619 (oil on wood) by Fetti or Feti, Domenico (1589-1624); 61.3 x 44.1 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: One of 13 illustrations of Gospel parables painted for Fernando Gonzaga in Mantua, illustrating Christs words, " And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brothers eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye?". ); Italian, out of copyright
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Beam Gospels Lesson Matthew Moral Morality Parable Sermon Mote Splinter Teaching
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This print showcases "The Parable of the Mote and the Beam" a masterpiece painted by Domenico Fetti or Feti in 1619. Measuring 61.3 x 44.1 cm, this oil on wood artwork is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, USA. Part of a series commissioned by Fernando Gonzaga in Mantua, Italy, this painting illustrates Christ's words from Matthew's Gospel: "And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye?". The parable serves as a moral lesson about self-reflection and humility. Intricately crafted with baroque influences, this Italian artwork depicts two men engaged in conversation against a wooden backdrop. The central figure points towards his companion's eye while holding up an exaggerated beam to represent his own flaws. With its religious undertones and biblical references, this painting delves into themes of morality and Christian teachings found within the New Testament. It serves as a visual sermon encouraging individuals to examine their own faults before criticizing others. Through its skillful execution and profound message, "The Parable of the Mote and the Beam" continues to captivate viewers with its timeless depiction of human nature and spiritual introspection.
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