Saint Francis of Assisi, 1660, Oil on Canvas, Framed

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Antique 17th-century italian painting. Oil on canvas artwork depicting saint francis of assisi in meditation, of remarkable pictorial quality. The … Read more Antique 17th-century italian painting. Oil on canvas artwork depicting saint francis of assisi in meditation, of remarkable pictorial quality. The saint is depicted in a cave, next to a skull, a book, and a cross, iconographic symbols linked to spirituality and reflection on the transience of life. This exquisitely crafted painting displays a particularly caravaggesque sensibility in the naturalistic rendering of the face, hands, and skull.

a painting of great devotional impact, ideal for collectors of sacred art and suitable for both classic and modern settings. A 20th-century carved and gilded wooden frame, with some loss of gilding. The painting has already been restored with relining, replacement of the stretcher, and restoration of color in small areas; overall, it is in good condition. Internal dimensions: h 61.5 x w 47 cm. See less