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Pieta with St Mary Magdalene and St Francis (oil on canvas, 1602-1607)
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Pieta with St Mary Magdalene and St Francis (oil on canvas, 1602-1607)
LRI4603643 Pieta with St Mary Magdalene and St Francis (oil on canvas, 1602-1607) by Carracci, Annibale (1560-1609); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Pieta with St Mary Magdalene and St Francis Painting by Annibale Carracci (Annibal Carrache) (1560-1609) 1602-1607 Dim 277x187 cm Paris musee du Louvre); Luisa Ricciarini; Italian, out of copyright
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Baroque Style Saint Francis Of Assisi Saint Mary Madeleine Shroud
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This print showcases Annibale Carracci's masterpiece, "Pieta with St Mary Magdalene and St Francis". Painted between 1602 and 1607, this oil on canvas artwork measures an impressive 277x187 cm and is housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. The painting depicts a poignant scene of mourning and religious devotion. At the center stands the Virgin Mary cradling the lifeless body of Jesus Christ, embodying grief and sorrow. To her left is St Mary Magdalene, known for her unwavering love for Jesus. She gazes upon him with profound sadness etched across her face. On the right side stands St Francis of Assisi, his hands clasped together in prayer as he contemplates the tragedy before him. Carracci's masterful use of light and shadow adds depth to this Baroque-style composition. The figures are bathed in soft illumination that highlights their expressions while creating a sense of spiritual transcendence. Angels hover above them, offering solace amidst their pain. The shroud draped over Jesus' body symbolizes his impending resurrection—a powerful reminder of hope even in times of despair. This remarkable piece captures both the human emotions associated with loss and grief as well as the divine promise of redemption found within Christian faith. It serves as a testament to Carracci's artistic prowess and continues to inspire viewers centuries later.
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