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The Vision of Saint Frances of Rome, ca 1657. Creator: Poussin, Nicolas (1594-1665)
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The Vision of Saint Frances of Rome, ca 1657. Creator: Poussin, Nicolas (1594-1665)
The Vision of Saint Frances of Rome, ca 1657. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris
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Black Death Musee Du Louvre Nicolas 1594 1665 Plague Poussin Santa Francesca Romana
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The Vision of Saint Frances of Rome," painted by the renowned Baroque artist Nicolas Poussin in approximately 1657, is a captivating oil on canvas work currently housed in the prestigious Musee du Louvre in Paris. This masterpiece showcases the pious moment when Saint Frances of Rome, also known as Santa Francesca Romana, received a divine vision during the devastating Black Death epidemic in the 15th century. Saint Frances, portrayed in the painting as a humble and devout woman, is depicted in a tranquil garden setting. She is seated on a stone bench, her hands folded in prayer, her eyes gazing upwards in reverence. Above her, an ethereal angel, bathed in a celestial glow, descends from the heavens, extending a lily, a symbol of purity, towards her. The allegorical scene draws from both the Bible and mythology, as the angel's appearance recalls the description of the Archangel Gabriel in the Annunciation narrative. The vision is said to have occurred in the midst of the plague, symbolized by the skulls and bones scattered throughout the painting, reminding viewers of the fragility of life and the importance of faith during times of crisis. Poussin masterfully employs the tenets of Baroque art, with dramatic contrasts of light and shadow, intricate detail, and a sense of grandeur. The Vision of Saint Frances of Rome is not only a testament to the artist's technical skill but also a powerful reminder of the enduring power of faith and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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