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The Temptation of St Benedict, c. 1587 (oil on canvas)
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The Temptation of St Benedict, c. 1587 (oil on canvas)
5938206 The Temptation of St Benedict, c.1587 (oil on canvas) by Allori, Alessandro (1535-1607); 40.8x59.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23268694
© Fitzwilliam Museum / Bridgeman Images
Creatures Crucifix Demons Florentine School Hermit Late Renaissance Loincloth Lying Down Mannerism Mannerist Patron Saint Rolling Saint Benedict Skull Skulls St Benedict Stripped Supernatural Temptation Thorns Thorny Alessandro Allori Allori Halo
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This print showcases "The Temptation of St Benedict" by Alessandro Allori, a renowned Italian artist from the late Renaissance period. Painted in 1587, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 40.8x59.3 cm and is currently housed at the Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge in the UK. Allori's composition depicts St Benedict, the patron saint of Europe and founder of Western monasticism, facing a momentous spiritual trial. The scene unfolds within a stunning landscape where rolling rivers and thorny bushes create an otherworldly atmosphere. Lying down with his body stripped to a loincloth, St Benedict resists temptation as demonic creatures surround him. A crucifix hovers above his head while skulls symbolize mortality and remind us of our earthly limitations. Allori's use of mannerist style adds complexity to this religious narrative; elongated figures and exaggerated gestures emphasize the supernatural elements at play. The artist skillfully captures both physical vulnerability and spiritual strength through intricate details such as Saint Benedict's halo radiating divine light. This print allows viewers to appreciate Allori's artistic mastery up close while contemplating themes of faith, temptation, and perseverance against evil forces. It serves as a testament to the enduring power of religious art in inspiring contemplation and reflection across centuries.
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