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St. John the Baptist, c. 1598-99 (oil on canvas)
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St. John the Baptist, c. 1598-99 (oil on canvas)
XIR428043 St. John the Baptist, c.1598-99 (oil on canvas) by Caravaggio, Michelangelo (1571-1610) (attr. to); 94x131.9 cm; Galleria Nazionale d Arte Antica, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Saint Jean-Baptiste; ); Italian, out of copyright
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Chiaroscuro Drapery Leaning Loin Cloth Reaching Shadow Wilderness
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This print showcases Caravaggio's masterpiece, "St. John the Baptist" painted around 1598-99. The oil on canvas painting, measuring 94x131.9 cm, is housed in the prestigious Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica in Rome, Italy. Caravaggio's extraordinary talent for chiaroscuro is evident in this work as he skillfully plays with light and shadow to create a dramatic effect. The young male figure of St. John the Baptist takes center stage, draped only in a simple loin cloth against a dark background that accentuates his radiant skin. Leaning forward and reaching out towards an unseen object or presence, St. John appears lost in deep contemplation amidst the wilderness surrounding him. His red drapery adds a striking contrast to the overall composition while symbolizing martyrdom or divine love. The image captures not just the physical beauty of youth but also conveys spiritual introspection and devotion through Caravaggio's masterful brushwork. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing artwork captured by Fine Art Finder from www. bridgemanimages. com, we are transported back to Renaissance Italy where Caravaggio revolutionized art with his innovative techniques and profound storytelling ability.
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