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Tobias with Archangel Raphael, ca 1460. Creator: Gozzoli, Benozzo (ca 1420-1497)
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Tobias with Archangel Raphael, ca 1460. Creator: Gozzoli, Benozzo (ca 1420-1497)
Tobias with Archangel Raphael, ca 1460. Found in the collection of the Muzeum Narodowe, Krakow
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Angel Of The Lord Archangel Raphael Book Of Tobit Catholic Church Charity Faithfulness Florentine School Gozzoli Krakow Muzeum Narodowe Patron Patron Of Christian Churches Pilgrim Pilgrimage Tempera On Panel Tobias Tobias And Angel Travell Traveller
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This exquisite painting, titled "Tobias with Archangel Raphael," is a masterpiece created by the renowned Florentine artist Benozzo Gozzoli around 1460. The artwork is currently housed in the prestigious Muzeum Narodowe in Krakow, Poland. The painting depicts the Old Testament story of Tobias, a pious and charitable man who embarks on a pilgrimage to retrieve the cure for his father's blindness, as instructed by the prophet Haggai. Accompanying Tobias on his journey is the Archangel Raphael, who not only guides him but also heals his father. The scene unfolds in a serene and otherworldly setting, with Tobias shown in humble devotion as he reads from the Book of Tobit. The Archangel Raphael, dressed in the robes of a Catholic cleric, gazes down upon Tobias with a benevolent expression, his wings spread protectively behind him. The fine details of the painting, executed in tempera on panel, reveal the artist's mastery of the Renaissance style, with the delicate rendering of the figures and the rich, vibrant colors. The patronage of Catholic churches and the faithful practice of pilgrimage were significant themes during the Renaissance period, and this painting serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of charity, faithfulness, and divine intervention in the lives of the faithful. The image of Tobias and the Archangel Raphael has long been a popular subject in Christian art, and this particular rendition by Benozzo Gozzoli remains a cherished masterpiece in the annals of the Catholic Church and the art world.
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