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St. Onuphrius, 1637 (oil on canvas)
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St. Onuphrius, 1637 (oil on canvas)
BOO73049 St. Onuphrius, 1637 (oil on canvas) by Ribera, Jusepe de (lo Spagnoletto) (1591-1652); 130x104 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23347592
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St. Onuphrius, 1637 - A Captivating Portrait of Spiritual Devotion
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. This print showcases the masterpiece "St. Onuphrius, 1637" by Jusepe de Ribera, also known as lo Spagnoletto. Painted with oil on canvas and measuring 130x104 cm, this artwork is housed in the prestigious State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia. The painting depicts St. Onuphrius, a revered saint known for his extreme asceticism and devotion to prayer. The old man is portrayed kneeling in deep contemplation before an altar adorned with a crown and scepter symbolizing his spiritual authority. With his long flowing beard and unkempt hair covering his entire body, St. Onuphrius appears hirsute and wild - a visual representation of renunciation of worldly comforts. His skeletal hand holds a rosary tightly while resting upon a skull - an unmistakable memento mori reminder of life's transience. Ribera's masterful use of light and shadow creates an atmosphere that highlights the saint's intense spirituality and inner strength amidst solitude. The artist skillfully captures every detail from the intricate folds of fabric to the delicate texture of skin. This remarkable portrait not only serves as a testament to Ribera's artistic prowess but also invites viewers to contemplate their own relationship with faith and mortality. Through this print from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images
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