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The Birth of St. John the Baptist, 1550-59 (oil on canvas)
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The Birth of St. John the Baptist, 1550-59 (oil on canvas)
BAL75879 The Birth of St. John the Baptist, 1550-59 (oil on canvas) by Tintoretto, Jacopo Robusti (1518-94); 181x266 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Italian, out of copyright
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Bedroom Breast Feeding Elizabeth Jean Baptiste Midwife Naissance Nourrice Nurses Wet Nurse Wetnurse
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The Birth of St. John the Baptist, captured in this stunning oil on canvas print by Jacopo Robusti Tintoretto, transports us back to the Renaissance era. The grandeur and intricacy of this masterpiece is evident in every brushstroke, as it depicts a pivotal moment in biblical history. The scene unfolds within the intimate confines of a bedroom, where Elizabeth, mother of St. John the Baptist, lies on a bed surrounded by nurses and midwives. Bathed in soft light streaming through an open window, their faces are filled with awe and reverence as they witness the miracle taking place before them. In the foreground, we see St. John being cradled by his wet nurse while a playful cat curiously observes from beneath the bed. This inclusion adds an unexpected touch of domesticity to such a sacred event. Tintoretto's attention to detail is remarkable; from the delicate folds of fabric to the expressions on each character's face, he captures both human emotion and divine grace flawlessly. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder, we are reminded not only of Tintoretto's artistic genius but also of our shared cultural heritage. It serves as a timeless reminder that art has always been instrumental in preserving stories that shape our understanding of faith and history.
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