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Portrait of a gentlewoman, XVIII century (oil)
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Portrait of a gentlewoman, XVIII century (oil)
2654997 Portrait of a gentlewoman, XVIII century (oil) by Italian School, (18th century); Museo Adriano Bernareggi, Bergamo, Italy; (add.info.: Bergamo, Museo Bernareggi: " Portrait of a gentlewoman", oil painting, by Bergamo artist (XVIII century).From the mid- eighteenth century, the territory of Bergamo, the Sacred Triduum of the Deadwas introduced. This solemn celebration, lasting three days, generally fell during the winter months, when the break from work in the fields could allow a wide participation. On this occasion, the preaching concerned the last four events which man encounters at the end of his life: death, judgment, heaven or hell. In the church a series of paintings depicting dressed skeletons were hung. They were supposed to remindthe faithful of equality before the death, the vanity of worldly goods and the transience of earthly life.); Ghigo Roli; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 25166110
© Ghigo Roli / Bridgeman Images
Arte Sacra Gentlewoman Morte Ritratto Sacred Art Skeleton Vanity Xviii Century
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This print showcases the exquisite "Portrait of a Gentlewoman" from the 18th century, painted by an anonymous Italian artist. Housed in the Museo Adriano Bernareggi in Bergamo, Italy, this oil painting is a remarkable example of sacred art during that era. The portrait gains even more significance when viewed within its historical context. During the mid-18th century in Bergamo, the Sacred Triduum of the Dead was introduced as a solemn three-day celebration held during winter months. This allowed for widespread participation due to reduced agricultural work. The preaching during this event focused on death, judgment, heaven or hell - four crucial events encountered at life's end. Within churches adorned with paintings depicting dressed skeletons hung these reminders: equality before death, vanity of worldly possessions, and fleeting nature of earthly existence. Such artworks aimed to provoke contemplation among believers about life's transience and their ultimate fate. In this particular portrait, we see a gentlewoman captured beautifully by the Bergamo artist's brushstrokes. Her expression exudes grace and poise while hinting at her mortality - a reminder that even those who seem untouched by time are subject to its inevitable passage. Through this print from Bridgeman Images' collection on Fine Art Finder, viewers can appreciate not only the artistic mastery but also delve into history and contemplate profound themes such as life and death encapsulated within this mesmerizing artwork.
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