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Saint Margaret of Cortona, 1648. Creator: Guercino (1591-1666)
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Saint Margaret of Cortona, 1648. Creator: Guercino (1591-1666)
Saint Margaret of Cortona, 1648. Found in the collection of the Musei Vaticani in Viale Vaticano, Rome
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Bolognese School Guercino 1591 1666 Musei Vaticani In Viale Vaticano Saint Margaret
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Saint Margaret of Cortona, a revered Italian saint, is depicted in this stunning 17th-century oil on canvas painting by the renowned Bolognese artist Guercino. Created in 1648 and currently housed in the esteemed Musei Vaticani in Rome, this masterpiece showcases the artist's exceptional skill and dedication to capturing the spiritual essence of his subject. Born in 1247 in Cortona, Italy, Margaret was a penitent and a stigmatized laywoman who lived a life of extreme devotion and penance. She is depicted here in the traditional attire of a penitent, wearing a hair shirt and a cowl, with her hands raised in prayer and her eyes fixed on the heavens. The serene expression on her face conveys a deep sense of inner peace and communion with the divine. Guercino masterfully employs the use of chiaroscuro, or the contrast between light and dark, to create a sense of depth and volume in the painting. The play of light on Margaret's face and hands adds a sense of otherworldliness and transcendence to the image. The rich, vibrant colors of the painting further enhance its visual impact, drawing the viewer into the sacred space of the image. This painting is a testament to Guercino's artistic prowess and his deep understanding of the spiritual dimensions of the human experience. It is a powerful reminder of the transformative power of faith and the enduring legacy of the saints in Italian art and culture.
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