Tag: ItalianBaroque
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Caravaggio Nativity Scenes
During Christmas week, we take a look at several of Caravaggio’s depictions of the Holy Family. Note: The last slide is not universally accepted as autograph by all Caravaggio scholars. The Adoration of the Shepherds (1609) was originally displayed in the Messina church of Santa Maria della Concezione dei Padri Cappuccini (Our Lady of the…
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Maffeo Barberini Portrait by Caravaggio on display
One of Caravaggio’s few portraits will be on display in a special exhibit until February 23, 2025. This portrait is part of a private collection and has never before been on display to the public. The portrait is of Maffeo Barberini, who at 30yrs old was well on his way to being appointed a cardinal…
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Martha and Mary Magdalene
3 reasons this Caravaggio is worth some thought. 1. It depicts sisters Martha and Mary Magdalene at the moment Mary is receiving the light of God. (Notice how well lit Mary’s face is.)2. Check out the difference between Mary’s clothes and Martha’s. Mary has obviously been reaping the material rewards of her lifestyle as a…