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The Vocation of St. Paul; painting by Caravaggio. Cerasi Chapel, Church of Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome
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The Vocation of St. Paul; painting by Caravaggio. Cerasi Chapel, Church of Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome
The Vocation of St. Paul; painting by Caravaggio. Cerasi Chapel, Church of Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome Painting Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:2002. Date of Artwork:1601. Artist:Caravaggio, Michelangelo Merisi, known as (1571-1610)
Alinari, Fratelli
FDC-F-000963-0000
Media ID 33183673
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Armed Forces And Military Life Armor Arms Conversion Calling Vocation Life Of The Apostles Mantle Cloak Military Equipment Military Helmet Paul Plume Sword Christian Religion Headdress Civilian Subject
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This print showcases the renowned painting "The Vocation of St. Paul" by Caravaggio, located in the Cerasi Chapel of the Church of Santa Maria del Popolo in Rome. The artwork itself was created in 1601 by Michelangelo Merisi, famously known as Caravaggio. In this Baroque masterpiece, we witness a pivotal moment from the life of St. Paul, one of Christianity's most influential figures. The image captures him at the precise instant when he undergoes a profound conversion and receives his divine calling to become an apostle. Caravaggio's exceptional talent is evident through his masterful use of light and shadow, which adds depth and intensity to every detail portrayed. The painting exudes a sense of drama and realism that characterizes both Baroque and Renaissance-Baroque styles. St. Paul stands tall with an air of determination while holding a sword symbolizing his previous life as a persecutor before embracing Christianity. His military helmet lies nearby as he sheds his former identity to embrace his newfound faith. The artist skillfully depicts St. Paul wearing traditional clothing adorned with religious accessories such as plumes and mantles, emphasizing his saintly status within Christian iconography. This photograph taken in 2002 beautifully captures not only Caravaggio's artistic brilliance but also highlights the historical significance embedded within European culture during the first two millennia A. D. Through this visual representation, viewers are transported back in time to experience firsthand the transformative power that religion can have on an individual's life – a timeless theme that continues to resonate today.
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