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Seven works of Mercy. 1606-1607 (Oil on canvas)
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Seven works of Mercy. 1606-1607 (Oil on canvas)
LRI4612547 Seven works of Mercy.1606-1607 (Oil on canvas) by Caravaggio, Michelangelo Merisi da (1571-1610); Pio Monte della Misericordia, Naples, Italy; (add.info.: The seven works of misericorde (Sette opere di misericordia). Cimon condemns to starve in prison feeds on the breast of his daughter Pero (Roman Charity) and in the background a man carries a torch in flame to pull out a corpse. At the top the virgin has the child with two angels. Painting by Michelangelo Merisi detto il Caravaggio (The Caravaggio, 1570-1610), 1606-1607. Oil on canvas. Dim. 390x260 cm Napoli, Chiesa del Pio Monte della Misericordia (Naples, Church Pio Monte della Misericordia)); Luisa Ricciarini
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This print showcases Caravaggio's masterpiece, "Seven works of Mercy" painted between 1606 and 1607. The oil on canvas artwork is housed in the Pio Monte della Misericordia in Naples, Italy. The painting depicts a powerful scene where Cimon, condemned to starve in prison, finds sustenance by feeding on the breast of his daughter Pero, known as Roman Charity. In the background, a man carries a flaming torch to retrieve a lifeless body. At the top of the composition, the Virgin Mary cradles her child with two angels by her side. This allegorical portrayal represents acts of mercy and generosity towards fellow humans amidst hunger and death. Caravaggio's masterful use of light and shadow brings depth and emotion to this profound piece. Luisa Ricciarini skillfully captures this iconic artwork through her lens, preserving its beauty for all admirers of art history. The photograph emphasizes themes such as childhood innocence, equity, religion, and charity that are prevalent throughout Caravaggio's work. Through this image print from Fine Art Finder, viewers can appreciate both Ricciarini's talent as a photographer and Caravaggio's genius as an artist during Italy's seicento period (17th century). It serves as a reminder of humanity’s capacity for compassion even in times of hardship—a timeless message that resonates across centuries.
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