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Saint Anthony of Padua Healing a Youth, ca 1690. Creator: Ricci, Sebastiano (1659-1734)
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Saint Anthony of Padua Healing a Youth, ca 1690. Creator: Ricci, Sebastiano (1659-1734)
Saint Anthony of Padua Healing a Youth, ca 1690. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris
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Saint Anthony of Padua, a beloved patron saint and renowned Franciscan friar, is depicted in this stunning 17th-century painting by the Italian artist Sebastiano Ricci. The work, titled "Saint Anthony of Padua Healing a Youth," is a testament to the deep faith and miraculous powers attributed to this revered figure in Christianity. The painting, created around 1690 and currently housed in the prestigious Musee du Louvre in Paris, showcases Saint Anthony in the act of healing a young man. With a fierce gaze and outstretched hand, he imparts his spiritual energy into the youth, who appears to be in the throes of a miraculous transformation. The scene is set against a backdrop of a serene landscape, with the sun casting a warm, golden glow over the figures. Anthony of Padua, also known as Anthony of Lisbon, was born in Portugal in 1195 and joined the Franciscan Order in 1220. He is renowned for his eloquence and preaching abilities, and is often referred to as the "Evangelical Doctor" or the "Hammer of Heretics." The youth in the painting may represent one of the many individuals who were healed or converted through Anthony's intercession. The painting is a prime example of the Baroque style, with its dramatic use of light and shadow, rich colors, and intricate details. The Venetian School influence is evident in the painting's luminous quality and the artist's masterful handling of oil on canvas. The work invites viewers to contemplate the power of faith and the transformative effects it can have on both the individual and the world around them.
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