Home > Architecture > Country > France
The Convent of St. Onofrio, near Rome, in which Tasso died, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
The Convent of St. Onofrio, near Rome, in which Tasso died, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
The Convent of St. Onofrio, near Rome, in which Tasso died, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by M. Mariani. 'The painful tale of the life and sufferings of Torquato Tasso, one of Italy's most graceful bards, will ever remain a stigma upon the annals of that nation during the sixteenth century. Born in 1511, and dying on the 25th of April, 1595, he passed the meridian of his life (from 1579 to 1586) shut up as a madman at Ferrara. The persecution and imprisonment of Tasso by the Duke Alphonso, his ultimate release through the intervention of the Duke of Mantua and the supplications of all Italy, the preparations for his triumph during his retreat at the Convent of St. Onofrio, his death there on the eve of its celebration, and his subsequent immortality, are all matters with which the reader is undoubtedly well acquainted...The hospitality of the monks to Tasso was repaid at the revolution, when the French spared (exceptionally) the Convent of St. Onofrio, on account of the conduct of its former generous occupants towards [Tasso]...The convent of St. Onofrio is a small, refuge, calm, tranquil, and sufficiently far from the rumours of the city to render it a fitting spot for a poet's closing scene'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 38074197
© The Print Collector/Heritage Images
Arcade Colonnade Colonnades Gerusalemme Liberata Gianicolo Jackson M Jackson Mason Janiculum Janiculum Hill Jerusalem Delivered M Jackson Mason Jackson Order Pilgrim Pilgrimage Pilgrims Poem Rome Lazio Italy Europe Tasso Torquato The Liberation Of Jerusalem Torquato Tasso
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Architecture
> Country
> France
> Architecture
> Country
> Italy
> Rome
> Architecture
> Towers
> Churches
> Architecture
> Towers
> Related Images
> Arts
> Artists
> J
> Mason Jackson
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Architectural sketches
> Fine art prints
> Asia
> Israel
> Jerusalem Heritage Sites
> Old City of Jerusalem and its Walls
> Europe
> Italy
> Emilia-Romagna
> Ferrara
> Europe
> Italy
> Heritage Sites
> Ferrara, City of the Renaissance
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the serene beauty of The Convent of St. Onofrio, near Rome, where the renowned Italian poet Torquato Tasso took his last breath in 1595. The engraving, based on a sketch by M. Mariani, transports us back to that fateful moment in history when Tasso's life came to a tragic end.
Tasso's story is one of heartbreak and persecution at the hands of Duke Alphonso, who imprisoned him as a madman for seven long years in Ferrara. It was only through the intervention of the Duke of Mantua and the collective pleas of Italy that Tasso was finally released from his torment.
The monks at The Convent of St. Onofrio showed great kindness towards Tasso during his time there, and their hospitality was later repaid when the French spared their sanctuary during a revolution due to their compassion towards the poet.
As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of Tasso's enduring legacy as one of Italy's most graceful bards and how his tragic tale will forever be etched into the annals of history. The tranquil setting of the convent serves as a poignant backdrop for Tasso's final moments, far removed from the chaos and noise of city life—a fitting conclusion for a poet whose words continue to resonate through time.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
