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Il Tramonto (The Sunset), 1506-10 (oil on canvas)
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Il Tramonto (The Sunset), 1506-10 (oil on canvas)
3709993 Il Tramonto (The Sunset), 1506-10 (oil on canvas) by Giorgione, (Giorgio da Castelfranco) (1476/8-1510); 73.3x91.4 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: Could be Saint Roch and his attendant Gothardus, who tended the ulcer on Saint Rochs thigh, and the picture may have been painted to commemorate relief from the plague, against which Saint Roch was invoked for protection in the Veneto in 1504. Saint Anthony peers from his cave on the right and Saint George is shown on a rearing horse attacking a dragon.); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23641230
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Anthony Cave Dragon George Panel Plague Roch
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This print showcases Giorgione's masterpiece, "Il Tramonto (The Sunset)" a stunning oil on canvas painting created between 1506 and 1510. The artwork measures 73.3x91.4 cm and is currently housed in the National Gallery in London, UK. In this composition, we are transported to the Veneto region of Italy during a time when the plague ravaged the land. It is believed that this painting was commissioned to commemorate relief from the devastating disease, with Saint Roch and his attendant Gothardus prominently featured. Saint Roch suffered from an ulcer on his thigh which was tended by Gothardus. As our eyes wander across the canvas, we encounter other significant figures such as Saint Anthony peering out from his cave on the right side of the painting and Saint George fearlessly mounted atop a rearing horse while attacking a dragon. Giorgione's mastery shines through in every brushstroke as he skillfully combines elements of landscape, religion, and mythology into one harmonious composition. The rich colors and intricate details transport us back to Renaissance Italy. This print captures not only Giorgione's artistic brilliance but also serves as a reminder of humanity's resilience in times of adversity. It is an exquisite piece that invites contemplation and appreciation for both its aesthetic beauty and historical significance.
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