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Vision of St. Francis of Assisi (oil on canvas)
XIR157918 Vision of St. Francis of Assisi (oil on canvas) by Ribera, Jusepe de (lo Spagnoletto) (c.1590-1652); Prado, Madrid, Spain; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 12732416
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Apparition Appearance Assise Franciscan Monk Francois Habit Memento Mori Skull
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This print showcases the "Vision of St. Francis of Assisi" a remarkable oil on canvas masterpiece by Jusepe de Ribera, also known as lo Spagnoletto. The painting is housed in the prestigious Prado Museum in Madrid, Spain. In this ethereal depiction, we witness St. Francis of Assisi, a revered male Franciscan monk, experiencing an extraordinary encounter with an angelic apparition. Clad in his humble habit, St. Francis appears transfixed as he gazes upon the celestial being before him. The composition exudes a sense of spiritual transcendence and introspection. Notably present is a skull at the saint's feet, symbolizing memento mori or the reminder of mortality—an emblematic motif often employed during that era to contemplate life's fleeting nature. St. Francis holds great significance as the patron saint of animals and is renowned for his deep connection with nature and all living creatures—a theme beautifully conveyed through this artwork. Ribera masterfully captures both the mysticism surrounding St. Francis and his profound devotion to God's creations through meticulous brushwork and subtle use of light and shadow. This evocative image serves as a poignant reminder to embrace compassion towards all beings while contemplating our own mortality—a timeless message that resonates even today.
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