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The Vocation of Saint Aloysius Gonzaga

Nov 11, 2025

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by

Brian

in Metropolitan Museum of Art-New York

The Vocation of Saint Aloysius Gonzaga (c.1650) Guercino. This beautiful painting captures young Aloysius Gonzaga turned away from wealth and privilege to follow his calling to serve God. Guercino’s use of light and emotion brings to life the saint’s purity and devotion. You can see the angel crowning Aloysius with a wreath crown while his…
Holy Saturday

Apr 19, 2025

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by

Brian

in Art Institute of Chicago, Louvre, Palazzo Barberini, The Art Institute of Chicago, Vatican Museums

On this Holy Saturday, the Baroque Art Accessibility Consortium takes a look at some of moving and inspirational pieces of Jesus’ Passion and Resurrection. In room 211 at the @artinstitutechi you will find back on display this breathtaking piece by Francisco de Zurbarán. “The Crucifixion” (1627). The black background and amazing detail on Jesus’ body and loin…