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The Roman Empress Faustina visiting St Catherine of Alexandria in Prison, c
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The Roman Empress Faustina visiting St Catherine of Alexandria in Prison, c
DAY234985 The Roman Empress Faustina visiting St Catherine of Alexandria in Prison, c.1640-43 (oil on canvas) by Preti, Mattia (Il Calabrese) (1613-99); 425.5x254 cm; The Dayton Art Institute, Dayton, Ohio, USA; (add.info.: Empress, wife of Maxentius who imprisoned Catherine; Faustine femme de Maxence; ); eDayton Art Institute; Gift of Mr and Mrs Elton F Macdonald; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23202592
© Dayton Art Institute Gift of Mr and Mrs Elton F Macdonald / Bridgeman Images
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In this oil on canvas painting, titled "The Roman Empress Faustina visiting St Catherine of Alexandria in Prison" artist Mattia Preti (Il Calabrese) transports us to a poignant moment in history. The immense size of the artwork, measuring 425.5x254 cm, allows us to fully immerse ourselves in the scene. We witness Empress Faustina, wife of Maxentius, as she pays a visit to St Catherine of Alexandria who is confined within the walls of her prison cell. The baroque style adds an air of drama and intensity to the composition. As we gaze at the painting, we can almost feel the weight of their emotions and hear their whispered conversations. St Catherine appears serene yet resolute in her faith despite her dire circumstances. Dressed in humble garments, she emanates a spiritual aura that is accentuated by two angelic figures hovering above her. These celestial beings serve as symbols of divine protection and guidance during her time behind bars. Empress Faustina stands before St Catherine with a mix of curiosity and admiration on her face. She listens intently to every word spoken by this remarkable saint while fulfilling her duty as lady-in-waiting for Maxentius. This masterpiece from Preti's brushstroke captures not only an intimate encounter between two women from different walks of life but also explores themes such as faith, imprisonment, and devotion. It serves as a reminder that even within confinement or adversity, one can find solace
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