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The shadow of Samuel appearing in Saul at the Pythonisse of Endor Painting by Salvator
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The shadow of Samuel appearing in Saul at the Pythonisse of Endor Painting by Salvator
JLJ4580985 The shadow of Samuel appearing in Saul at the Pythonisse of Endor Painting by Salvator (Salvatore) Rosa (1615-1673) Around 1668 Sun. 2, 73x1, 93 m by Rosa, Salvator (1615-73); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: The shadow of Samuel appearing in Saul at the Pythonisse of Endor Painting by Salvator (Salvatore) Rosa (1615-1673) Around 1668 Sun. 2, 73x1, 93 m); Photo ePhoto Josse; Italian, out of copyright
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Catholic Cross Christendom Encounter Eyesight Grayling Samuel Saul Seicento
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This print showcases Salvator Rosa's masterpiece, "The shadow of Samuel appearing in Saul at the Pythonisse of Endor". Painted around 1668, this artwork measures an impressive 2.73x1.93 meters and is currently housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. Rosa's painting depicts a powerful biblical scene from the book of Samuel, where King Saul seeks guidance from a witch called the Pythoness of Endor. In this haunting image, we witness the moment when Samuel's ghostly figure materializes before Saul, his eyes filled with wisdom and divine insight. The artist skillfully captures the tension between light and darkness as well as the emotional turmoil within Saul's face. The cross symbolizes Christianity and adds depth to this religious encounter portrayed on canvas. Salvator Rosa was an Italian painter known for his dramatic landscapes and historical scenes infused with spiritual undertones. This particular work exemplifies his mastery of capturing human emotions through expressive brushstrokes. As we gaze upon this remarkable print by Josse, we are transported back to seventeenth-century Italy—a time when art played a vital role in conveying religious narratives to believers across Christendom. Through Rosa's interpretation of this biblical event, viewers are invited to ponder themes such as faith, destiny, and divine intervention that continue to resonate today.
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