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Broadsheet with Saint Camilo de Lelis in bed surrounded by demons, priests and the... ca. 1900-10. Creator: Anon
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Broadsheet with Saint Camilo de Lelis in bed surrounded by demons, priests and the... ca. 1900-10. Creator: Anon
Broadsheet with Saint Camilo de Lelis in bed surrounded by demons, priests and the Holy Trinity above, ca. 1900-10
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This intriguing broadsheet print, created anonymously around the turn of the 20th century, depicts a striking scene of Saint Camilo de Lelis, a 16th-century Italian priest and founder of the Minims, lying in bed surrounded by a multitude of demons, priests, and the Holy Trinity above. The photorelief and letterpress print, which bears the patina of age, is a captivating example of the artistic and cultural heritage of the time. The central figure of Saint Camilo, dressed in his religious attire, lies peacefully in the bed, seemingly undisturbed by the chaos that surrounds him. Above him, the Holy Trinity, depicted as three figures, looks down upon the scene, with the Holy Spirit in the form of a dove hovering above. The demons and priests, rendered in intricate detail, are depicted in various stages of emotion, from crying and pleading to angry and aggressive. The presence of cherubs and angels among the demons adds an element of complexity to the scene, suggesting a deeper spiritual struggle. The use of lettering and illustration in the print further enhances its visual appeal, with the bold, flowing script of the title and the intricate, detailed drawings of the figures. This broadsheet print, which could have been displayed in a gallery or museum, is a testament to the rich artistic and cultural heritage of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Its depiction of Saint Camilo and the various figures surrounding him offers a glimpse into the concept of good versus evil, and the role of faith and spirituality in the face of temptation and adversity.
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