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Youth bitten by a green lizard; painting by Caravaggio. Longhi Foundation, Florence
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Youth bitten by a green lizard; painting by Caravaggio. Longhi Foundation, Florence
Youth bitten by a green lizard; painting by Caravaggio. Longhi Foundation, Florence Painting Naturalism of XVII century, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:2002. Date of Artwork:1594 ca.. Artist:Caravaggio, Michelangelo Merisi, known as (1571-1610)
Alinari, Fratelli
FDC-F-000957-0000
Media ID 33183665
© Alinari Archives, Florence
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Youth Bitten by a Green Lizard - A Captivating Glimpse into Caravaggio's Naturalism
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. This mesmerizing print captures the essence of Caravaggio's masterpiece, "Youth Bitten by a Green Lizard" housed in the prestigious Longhi Foundation in Florence. Created around 1594, this painting exemplifies the naturalistic style prevalent during the Renaissance-Baroque period. Caravaggio, also known as Michelangelo Merisi, was a renowned artist who skillfully depicted both physiological and psychological aspects of his subjects. In this portrait of an adolescent male, he explores themes of pain and vulnerability through the unexpected encounter with a green lizard. The reptile symbolizes nature's unpredictability and serves as a metaphor for adolescence itself - a time when one experiences physical and emotional transformations. The youth's pained expression reflects not only the immediate discomfort caused by the bite but also hints at deeper struggles associated with coming-of-age. Amidst this poignant representation lies an exquisite still life composition featuring flowers, fruits, and objects that add depth to Caravaggio's narrative. The delicate balance between human presence and vibrant vegetation showcases his mastery in capturing details with astonishing realism. As we delve into this artwork from centuries ago, it reminds us that despite our modern advancements in understanding functions and treatments for our bodies, certain universal experiences transcend time. Caravaggio invites us to reflect on our own journey through adolescence - its joys and tribulations intertwined like petals on a flower. Alinari Fratelli beautifully photographed this artwork in 2002 while preserving its original allure. This image transports us back to Europe during the first millennium AD when art flourished under Renaissance-Baroque influences. Through this remarkable print from Alinari Fratelli, we are granted access to Caravaggio’s world – where beauty intertwines with pain; where youth is captured forever within brushstrokes; where the green lizard's bite becomes a timeless symbol of growth and transformation.
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