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The Temptation of St. Anthony, 1547 (oil on panel)
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The Temptation of St. Anthony, 1547 (oil on panel)
XIR126894 The Temptation of St. Anthony, 1547 (oil on panel) by Huys, Pieter (c.1519-c.84); 69.5x102.5 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: La Tentation de Saint Antoine; ); Netherlandish, out of copyright
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This print showcases Pieter Huys' masterpiece, "The Temptation of St. Anthony" painted in 1547. The oil on panel artwork measures 69.5x102.5 cm and is currently housed at the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. In this thought-provoking composition, we witness the intense struggle faced by St. Anthony as he resists various temptations and trials during his time as a hermit in the desert. The artist skillfully captures the saint's inner turmoil through vivid imagery. Within the painting, a multitude of surreal scenes unfolds before our eyes: a witch casting spells, grotesque demons tormenting St. Anthony with hallucinations, and even mutilated bodies being devoured by monstrous creatures within an eerie castle tower. Despite these harrowing challenges surrounding him, St. Anthony remains steadfast in his faith and devotion to God; he is depicted fervently praying amidst flames that threaten to consume him entirely. Huys' attention to detail creates a visually stunning piece that invites viewers into a world filled with both darkness and light—a testament to human resilience against temptation and evil forces. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Fine Art Finder, we are reminded of the timeless themes explored within "The Temptation of St. Anthony" while marveling at Huys' artistic prowess that has stood the test of time.
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