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Head of St John the Baptist, ca. 1630, by Domenico Zampieri
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Head of St John the Baptist, ca. 1630, by Domenico Zampieri
Domenico Zampieri (or Domenichino) (1581-1641). Italian baroque painter. Head of St John the Baptist, ca.1630. Detail. San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts. Madrid. Spain. Date: 2019
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1630 Academia Academy Artes Arts Aureole Baptist Baroque Behead Beheaded Beheading Bellas Dead Died Domenichino Domenico Fernando Halo Real Tray Zampieri
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This exquisite detail from Domenico Zampieri's (1581-1641) painting "Head of St John the Baptist," created around 1630, showcases the Italian Baroque artist's mastery of human anatomy and expressive realism. The aging St. John the Baptist, with his piercing gaze and furrowed brow, appears both pensive and resolute, his aureole adding a divine aura to the mortal man. The image, currently housed at the San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Madrid, Spain, is a poignant reminder of the saint's impending death by beheading. The intricately textured skin and the lifelike folds of the saint's robe further emphasize the humanity of the subject, contrasting with the ethereal halo that encircles his head. Domenichino's "Head of St John the Baptist" is a prime example of the European Baroque art of the 17th century. The painting's intricate details and lifelike representation of the human form reflect the artistic trends of the time, which emphasized drama, emotion, and the interplay of light and shadow. The image invites viewers to contemplate the intersection of the human experience and the divine, as well as the inevitability of death and the transcendence of the soul. The painting's enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke a sense of awe, reverence, and introspection, making it a cherished addition to the collection of the San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts.
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