Francesco Fontebasso Collection

The Annunciation, c1740. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
The Annunciation, c1740

Elegant Young Woman with a Pearl Necklace. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Elegant Young Woman with a Pearl Necklace

The Resurrection, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
The Resurrection, 18th century

The Raising of Lazarus, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
The Raising of Lazarus, 18th century

Martyrdom of a Female Saint, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Martyrdom of a Female Saint, 18th century

Christ among the Doctors, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Christ among the Doctors, 18th century

Death of the Magdalene, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Death of the Magdalene, 18th century

The Deposition, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
The Deposition, 18th century

Supper at Emmaus, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Supper at Emmaus, 18th century

Birth of the Virgin, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Birth of the Virgin, 18th century

Last Communion of Saint Jerome, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Last Communion of Saint Jerome, 18th century

Saint Luke Painting the Virgin, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Saint Luke Painting the Virgin, 18th century

Christ and the Woman of Samaria, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Christ and the Woman of Samaria, 18th century

Martyrdom of Saint Andrew, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Martyrdom of Saint Andrew, 18th century

Death of Saint Jerome, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Death of Saint Jerome, 18th century

Moses and the Brazen Serpent, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Moses and the Brazen Serpent, 18th century

Death of a Holy Friar, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Death of a Holy Friar, 18th century

Preaching of John the Baptist in the Wilderness, 18th century. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Preaching of John the Baptist in the Wilderness, 18th century

Apollo and Studies of the Artist's Own Hand [recto], 1730/1732. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Apollo and Studies of the Artist's Own Hand [recto], 1730/1732

Alexander the Great before the Corpse of Darius, 1750s/1760s. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Alexander the Great before the Corpse of Darius, 1750s/1760s

Head of a Woman and Studies of a Male Nude [verso]. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Head of a Woman and Studies of a Male Nude [verso]

Rinaldo and Armida, n.d. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Rinaldo and Armida, n.d

Architect Submitting Designs to Patron, n.d. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Architect Submitting Designs to Patron, n.d

Draped Female Figure at Prayer, n.d. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Draped Female Figure at Prayer, n.d

Adoration of the Shepherds, c.1750. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Adoration of the Shepherds, c.1750

Child's Head, n.d. Creators: Donato Creti, Francesco Fontebasso, Domenico Maria Fratta
Child's Head, n.d

Abraham and the Three Angels, c1750. Creator: Francesco Fontebasso
Abraham and the Three Angels, c1750

Pope Saint Gregory I Frees the Souls from Purgatory with His Prayers, 1731

Six nymphs and two putti, from "Bacchanals and Histories", 1744
Six nymphs and two putti, from " Bacchanals and Histories", 1744

The Sacrifice of Polyxena, from "Bacchanals and Histories", 1744. 1744
The Sacrifice of Polyxena, from " Bacchanals and Histories", 1744

Satyr with Club and Seven Figures, from "Bacchanals and Histories", 1744
Satyr with Club and Seven Figures, from " Bacchanals and Histories", 1744

The Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus, c1727-1769. Artist: Francesco Fontebasso
The Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus, c1727-1769. Fontebasso, Francesco (1709-1769). Found in the collection of the State M. Ciurlionis Art Museum, Kaunas

Antiochus and Stratonice, 18th century. Artist: Francesco Fontebasso
Antiochus and Stratonice, 18th century. Antiochus I Soter (d261 BC) was a king of the Hellenistic Seleucid Empire. He married his stepmother, Stratonice, after his father, Seleucus I Nicator

Joshua makes sun rest Battle Amor c. 1745-1755
Joshua makes the sun rest in the Battle of Amor, c. 1745-1755, oil on canvas, 104 x 135 cm, unmarked, Francesco Fontebasso, Venedig 1707-1769 Venedig

Judgment Solomon c. 1750 oil canvas 102. 1 x 133. 5 cm
The Judgment of Solomon, c. 1750, oil on canvas, 102.1 x 133.5 cm, unmarked, Francesco Fontebasso, Venedig 1707-1769 Venedig

Saint Gregory Great Saint Jerome pray souls purgatory Molte Anime del Purgatorio portate
Saint Gregory the Great and Saint Jerome pray for the souls in purgatory Molte Anime del Purgatorio portate dagli Angeli in Cielo per the pregiere of S. Gregorio I

Two Standing Male Figures Seated Woman Child
Artokoloro

Satyr Club Seven Figures Bacchanals Histories
Artokoloro

Francesco Fontebasso (Italian, 1709 - 1769), Apollo and Nymphs in a Landscape with a Bust of Pan, 1744, etching on laid paper

Francesco Fontebasso after Sebastiano Ricci (Italian, 1709-1769), Saint Gregoire I Delivering Souls from Purgatory, 1744, etching on laid paper

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Francesco Fontebasso, an Italian painter of the 18th century, left behind a rich legacy of captivating artworks. One such masterpiece is "Pope Saint Gregory I Frees the Souls from Purgatory with His Prayers" (1731), where he skillfully captures the spiritual essence of this miraculous event. In his series "Bacchanals and Histories" (1744), Fontebasso showcases his talent in depicting mythological scenes like "Six nymphs and two putti, " "The Sacrifice of Polyxena, " "Nine Figures near a Herm of Pan, " and "Satyr with Club and Seven Figures. " These paintings transport viewers to a world filled with divine beauty and enchantment. Another notable work by Fontebasso is "The Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus" (c1727-1769). This piece portrays the noble character of Scipio Africanus, highlighting his virtuous qualities that made him an exemplary leader. Additionally, Fontebasso's painting titled "Antiochus and Stratonice" (18th century) tells a tale from ancient history through its vivid colors and intricate details. Fontebasso's versatility as an artist shines through in various other works as well. In his depiction titled "Joshua makes sun rest Battle Amor" (c. 1745-1755), he captures the intensity and drama surrounding Joshua's legendary feat. Another remarkable creation is his portrayal of Solomon's wisdom in the painting called "Judgment Solomon" (c. 1750). The artist masterfully conveys Solomon's discerning nature while showcasing his profound understanding of human emotions. One cannot overlook Fontebasso's religious pieces either, such as "Saint Gregory Great Saint Jerome pray souls purgatory Molte Anime del Purgatorio portate. " Through these sacred depictions, he invites us to reflect on our own spirituality and the power of prayer.