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The Calling of Saint Anthony, c. 1530 (oil on panel)
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The Calling of Saint Anthony, c. 1530 (oil on panel)
5043037 The Calling of Saint Anthony, c.1530 (oil on panel) by Leyden, Aertgen Claesz van (1498-1564); 132.5x96.3 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: The wealthy Anthony answers the priests call during his sermon to give away all his worldly possessions. In the background he distributes bread to the poor.); Netherlandish, out of copyright
Media ID 23574296
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16th Abbot Altarpiece Attention Audience Backs Chapel Congregation Donor Flemish Listening Netherlandish Oration Orator Preacher Preaching Rapt Reformation Saint Anthony Sermon Speaking St Anthony Northern Renaissance Symbolic
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The Calling of Saint Anthony
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is a captivating oil painting by Aertgen Claesz van Leyden, dating back to the 16th century. This remarkable piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, depicts an important moment in the life of Saint Anthony. In this scene, we witness the wealthy Saint Anthony responding to a priest's call during his sermon. The saint listens attentively as he contemplates giving away all his worldly possessions. As if driven by divine inspiration, he can be seen distributing bread to the poor in the background. The painting exudes symbolism and religious fervor through its intricate details and rich colors. The medieval chapel setting adds an air of reverence and spirituality to the composition. The attention-grabbing fly buzzing around serves as a reminder of life's distractions that must be overcome for spiritual enlightenment. Van Leyden's masterful brushstrokes capture not only the physical appearance but also convey emotions and expressions with great precision. The artist skillfully portrays both Saint Anthony's rapt attention and the congregation's captivated listening. This Netherlandish masterpiece reflects both Christian themes prevalent during that era and elements of Renaissance artistry. It stands as a testament to Van Leyden's talent as well as his ability to create thought-provoking works that transcend time. As you gaze upon this print, allow yourself to be transported back centuries ago into a world where faith was central, and moments like these were captured on canvas for generations to come.
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