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Saint Roch (Polittico di Berbenno), 1510-1515. Creator: Previtali, Andrea (ca 1480-1528)
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Saint Roch (Polittico di Berbenno), 1510-1515. Creator: Previtali, Andrea (ca 1480-1528)
Saint Roch (Polittico di Berbenno), 1510-1515. Found in the collection of the Accademia Carrara, Bergamo
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Andrea Previtali's masterpiece, Saint Roch (Polittico di Berbenno), dating from 1510-1515, is a striking oil on wood painting housed in the Accademia Carrara in Bergamo, Italy. This artwork depicts the legendary Saint Roch, also known as Saint Rocco or Saint Roque, who is revered as a patron saint of plague victims, pilgrims, and the sick. In this painting, Previtali masterfully captures the essence of Saint Roch's story, which is deeply rooted in Christian faith and charity. The saint is depicted in the center, dressed as a pilgrim, with an open Bible in his left hand and a rosary in his right. Above him, angels hold the instruments of his martyrdom - a club and a stone - symbolizing his endurance and strength in the face of persecution. The legend of Saint Roch tells the story of a young man from Montpellier who, during the Black Death epidemic, cared for the sick and dying, providing them with food and water. He himself contracted the disease but was miraculously healed when a dog brought him bread and licked his wounds. Previtali's painting captures this moment of divine intervention, with the dog at the saint's feet. Saint Roch is surrounded by other saints, known as the Fourteen Holy Helpers, who are also depicted in the painting. These saints were believed to protect against various ailments and misfortunes, making this painting a powerful symbol of hope and healing during times of crisis. Previtali's Saint Roch (Polittico di Berbenno) is a testament to the enduring power of faith and the human spirit, and a reminder of the importance of charity and compassion in times of need.
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