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A Sermon, a monk preaching in the Roman campagna (oil on canvas)
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A Sermon, a monk preaching in the Roman campagna (oil on canvas)
863224 A Sermon, a monk preaching in the Roman campagna (oil on canvas) by Leslie, John (1822-1916); 137.2x248.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23296002
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Campagna Churchman Cleric Congregation Friar Hilltop Listening Peasants Preacher Preaching Rustic Sermon Spirituality Bearded
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In this oil on canvas painting titled "A Sermon, a monk preaching in the Roman campagna" artist John Leslie transports us to the picturesque Italian countryside. The scene unfolds on a hilltop, where a bearded friar stands before a congregation of villagers and children, delivering an impassioned sermon. Dressed in traditional attire, his flowing robes billow in the gentle breeze as he holds up a Bible, sharing words of spirituality and guidance. The landscape surrounding them is breathtakingly rural, with rolling hills and lush greenery stretching into the distance. Peasants dressed in rustic clothing listen intently to the preacher's message while families gather together to absorb his teachings. The atmosphere is one of tranquility and reverence as nature itself seems to pause and listen. Leslie's masterful brushstrokes capture not only the physical features but also the emotional depth of each character present. Every detail from their expressions to their postures tells its own story within this larger narrative of faith and community. This remarkable artwork invites us into a moment frozen in time—a glimpse into 19th-century Rome where religion played an integral role in daily life. It serves as both a historical record and an exploration of timeless themes such as devotion, family unity, and spiritual enlightenment.
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