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Temptation of St. Jerome
3567412 Temptation of St. Jerome by Vasari, Giorgio (1511-74); Palatine Gallery, Pitti Palace, Florence; (add.info.: ARTIST: Vasari Giorgio (1511-1574)
Date of Artwork: 1550-1574 ca.
Location: Florence, The Pitti Palace, The Palatine Gallery); Finsiel/Alinari Archives - Reproduced with the permission of Ministero per i Beni e le Attivita Culturali
Media ID 22979760
© Finsiel/Alinari Archives - Reproduced with the permission of Ministero per i Beni e le Attività Culturali / Bridgeman Images
Abstract Concept And Symbol Concept Or Subject Expressed Crucifix Dove Doves Greco Roman Jerome Mannerism Mother Father Nude And Human Body Palatine Gallery Person And Social Status Pitti Palace Renaissance Baroque Styles And Periods Skull Society And Politics Temptation Vertebrates Divinity Eros Cupid Fowls
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This print showcases the renowned artwork "Temptation of St. Jerome" by Giorgio Vasari, a prominent artist of the Renaissance period. The painting, dating back to 1550-1574, can be found in the Palatine Gallery within Florence's magnificent Pitti Palace. In this masterpiece, Vasari skillfully depicts St. Jerome being tempted by various elements symbolizing worldly desires and distractions. The saint is surrounded by an array of birds, including doves and sea birds, representing both purity and temptation respectively. A skull lies at his feet as a reminder of mortality amidst earthly temptations. Vasari's work beautifully combines elements from Greco-Roman mythology with Christian religious symbolism. Eros Cupid appears alongside St. Jerome, emphasizing the struggle between divine devotion and human desires. The painting exudes Mannerist style with its elongated figures and intricate details that captivate viewers' attention while conveying deeper allegorical meanings about society and politics during that time. Through this print from Fine Art Finder's collection, we are transported into a world where art becomes a window into history and culture. It allows us to appreciate not only Vasari's artistic genius but also the significance of religious themes expressed through visual storytelling. Whether you are an art enthusiast or simply intrigued by historical masterpieces, this print offers a glimpse into one of Italy's most treasured cultural gems housed within the grandeur of Florence's Pitti Palace.
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