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Saint Philip Neri in prayer, 1670. Creator: Maratta, Carlo (1625-1713)
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Saint Philip Neri in prayer, 1670. Creator: Maratta, Carlo (1625-1713)
Saint Philip Neri in prayer, 1670. Found in the collection of the Complesso Museale dell'Augustissima Arciconfraternita dei Pellegrini
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Carlo 1625 1713 Maratta Roman School
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This exquisite Baroque painting, created by the renowned Italian artist Carlo Maratta in 1670, depicts Saint Philip Neri in a moment of deep contemplation and prayer. Saint Philip Neri (1515-1595), an Italian priest and the founder of the Congregation of the Oratory, is shown seated in a simple, austere room, his eyes closed in devotion as he raises his hands in supplication. The warm, golden light that filters in through the window illuminates his face, casting a gentle glow over the scene. The painting is a testament to Maratta's masterful use of light and shadow, as well as his ability to capture the spiritual intensity of the subject. The Saint's robes are rendered in intricate detail, with the folds and textures of the fabric adding to the sense of depth and realism. The room around him is sparsely furnished, with only a few simple objects – a crucifix, a rosary, and a book – serving as reminders of the Saint's devotion to his faith. This painting, which is currently housed in the Complesso Museale dell'Augustissima Arciconfraternita dei Pellegrini in Rome, is a prime example of the Roman School of painting, which emphasized the use of naturalism and emotional intensity in religious art. Maratta's Saint Philip Neri in Prayer is a powerful and moving work that invites the viewer to contemplate the depths of the human spirit and the power of faith.
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