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Pietà, Between 1530 and 1535. Creator: Rosso Fiorentino (1495-1540)
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Pietà, Between 1530 and 1535. Creator: Rosso Fiorentino (1495-1540)
Pieta, Between 1530 and 1535. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris
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This poignant work of art, titled "Pietà," was created between 1530 and 1535 by the Florentine artist Rosso Fiorentino (1495-1540). Housed in the esteemed collection of the Musee du Louvre in Paris, this exquisite oil on canvas painting is a profound representation of the New Testament story of the Pietà, or the Lamentation over the Dead Christ. The scene depicts the Virgin Mary cradling the dead body of her son, Jesus Christ, after his crucifixion and removal from the cross. Mary Magdalene, identified by her long flowing hair and the jar of ointment she holds, mourns at their feet. Saint John, with a sorrowful expression, looks on from the side. Rosso Fiorentino masterfully captures the essence of compassion, mourning, and sorrow in this work. The Virgin Mary, as the Mater Dolorosa or Our Lady of Sorrows, embodies the profound grief and love of a mother for her son. The delicate folds of her robes and the tender expression on her face convey the depth of her emotion. The lifelike depiction of the dead body of Christ, with his wounds still fresh and visible, adds to the somber atmosphere of the painting. The contrast between the serene, almost ethereal figure of the Virgin Mary and the raw, earthly depiction of her son's body serves to emphasize the humanity of both the mother and the son. This Pietà is a testament to the artistic mastery of Rosso Fiorentino and the enduring power of the Renaissance tradition. It continues to move and inspire viewers with its profound exploration of the themes of compassion, love, and loss.
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