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Saint Bartholomew

By: José de Ribera

Uploaded By: Swagart Art Gallery

Art Number: AB00828

Rs.331

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In the haunting oil painting "Der heilige Bartholomäus"translates to "Saint Bartholomew" in English, by José de Ribera, the Spanish master illuminates the figure of Saint Bartholomew, one of the twelve apostles, in a moment of profound contemplation. Ribera's masterful use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic interplay of light and shadow, with the saint's weathered face and muscular torso emerging from the inky darkness. The warm, earthy hues of the saint's skin and drapery are contrasted against the cool, metallic glint of the knife he holds, foreshadowing his eventual martyrdom. Completed in 1634, this powerful portrait serves as a meditation on faith, sacrifice, and the human condition, inviting the viewer to contemplate the depths of spiritual devotion and the trials endured by those who follow the path of righteousness. Through his uncompromising realism and psychological intensity, Ribera creates a timeless masterpiece that speaks to the resilience and nobility of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

Resource Type : Paintings

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