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Pieta, c. 1750 (oil on canvas)
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Pieta, c. 1750 (oil on canvas)
ALM403393 Pieta, c.1750 (oil on canvas) by Italian School, (18th century); 154.9x99.7 cm; Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College, Ohio, USA; © Allen Memorial Art Museum; Mrs. F.F. Prentiss Fund
Media ID 25469080
© Allen Memorial Art Museum Mrs. F.F. Prentiss Fund / Bridgeman Images
Appeal Appealing Bare Beseeching Common Prayer Corpse Crown Of Thorns Golgotha Grief Grieving Limp Mouring Mournful Pale Pray Prayed Prayer Saying Prayers Saint Mary Sarcophagus Sepulchre Serpentine Shroud Supplication Worship Halo Mourning Semi Nude
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This print showcases the renowned masterpiece "Pieta" created by an anonymous Italian artist in the 18th century. Painted with oil on canvas, this artwork measures 154.9x99.7 cm and is housed at the Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College in Ohio, USA. The image depicts Saint Mary, clad in a shroud of grief and mourning, as she tenderly cradles the lifeless body of Jesus Christ on her lap. Her face is filled with sorrow and anguish as she beseeches for solace from above. The serpentine composition adds a sense of movement to the scene while emphasizing Mary's plea for mercy. The painting portrays Jesus' pale form adorned with a crown of thorns, symbolizing his sacrifice and suffering. The sepulchre serves as a backdrop to this mournful moment, highlighting both death and resurrection. Mary's nudity evokes vulnerability and emphasizes her role as both mother and mourner. Her halo signifies her divine connection while also representing her purity amidst this tragic event. This powerful artwork captures the essence of prayer through its portrayal of Mary's fervent supplication to God during her darkest hour. It invites viewers to reflect upon their own faith and contemplate themes such as loss, redemption, and human mortality. Bridgeman Images has beautifully captured this iconic piece without mentioning any commercial use or affiliation with any company other than Fine Art Finder
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