Angel Appears to St. Francis of Paola, Hieronymus Wierix, 1563 - before 1619
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Angel Appears to St. Francis of Paola, Hieronymus Wierix, 1563 - before 1619
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
Media ID 12713771
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1563 Before 1619 Angel Angels Appears Arms Beaten Bible Charity Choir Christian Christianity Cloud Coat Epigraph Father Francis Hieronymus Wierix Holy Kings Kneeling Latin Looks Open Paola Picture Rays Religion Religious Roman Saint Signature Songbook Spiritual Spirituality Spread Symbol Tablet Tetragram Text Hebrew Script Tetragrammaton
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print titled "Angel Appears to St. Francis of Paola" we are transported back in time to witness a divine encounter between the saint and an angelic being. Painted by Hieronymus Wierix sometime between 1563 and 1619, this artwork beautifully captures the essence of spirituality and faith. St. Francis of Paola, depicted kneeling before an altar, gazes up with awe as an angel clad in a magnificent coat spreads its wings above him. The angel's presence is ethereal, surrounded by billowing clouds that seem to emanate rays of light, symbolizing the divine nature of their interaction. The tablet held by St. Francis bears the inscription "charitas" reminding us of the importance of charity in our lives. Additionally, Roman and Hebrew script can be seen on various elements within the image, representing both earthly and heavenly realms coming together. As we delve deeper into this visual masterpiece, we notice an open beaten songbook held by the choir-like angels surrounding them. This signifies not only religious devotion but also highlights music as a powerful tool for spiritual connection. Hieronymus Wierix's attention to detail is evident throughout every brushstroke; from intricate facial expressions to delicate folds in clothing - all contributing to a sense of realism that transports us directly into this sacred moment. "Angel Appears to St. Francis of Paola" serves as a reminder that spirituality transcends time and space while inspiring viewers with its profound message: no matter our beliefs
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