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Fine Art Print : The Temptation of St Benedict, c. 1587 (oil on canvas)
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The Temptation of St Benedict, c. 1587 (oil on canvas)
5938206 The Temptation of St Benedict, c.1587 (oil on canvas) by Allori, Alessandro (1535-1607); 40.8x59.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23268694
© Fitzwilliam Museum / Bridgeman Images
Creatures Crucifix Demons Florentine School Hermit Late Renaissance Loincloth Lying Down Mannerism Mannerist Patron Saint Rolling Saint Benedict Skull Skulls St Benedict Stripped Supernatural Temptation Thorns Thorny Alessandro Allori Allori Halo
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating allure of The Temptation of St. Benedict, a masterpiece by Alessandro Allori from the esteemed Fitzwilliam Museum. This exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse showcases the intricate details and rich colors of the original oil on canvas painting, dated circa 1587. Witness St. Benedict's unwavering resolve as he resists the temptations of the devil, immortalized in this iconic work of Italian art. Bring the timeless beauty of this masterpiece into your home or office and elevate your space with the authenticity and elegance of a Media Storehouse Fine Art Print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.6cm x 40.6cm (18.7" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases "The Temptation of St Benedict" by Alessandro Allori, a renowned Italian artist from the late Renaissance period. Painted in 1587, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 40.8x59.3 cm and is currently housed at the Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge in the UK. Allori's composition depicts St Benedict, the patron saint of Europe and founder of Western monasticism, facing a momentous spiritual trial. The scene unfolds within a stunning landscape where rolling rivers and thorny bushes create an otherworldly atmosphere. Lying down with his body stripped to a loincloth, St Benedict resists temptation as demonic creatures surround him. A crucifix hovers above his head while skulls symbolize mortality and remind us of our earthly limitations. Allori's use of mannerist style adds complexity to this religious narrative; elongated figures and exaggerated gestures emphasize the supernatural elements at play. The artist skillfully captures both physical vulnerability and spiritual strength through intricate details such as Saint Benedict's halo radiating divine light. This print allows viewers to appreciate Allori's artistic mastery up close while contemplating themes of faith, temptation, and perseverance against evil forces. It serves as a testament to the enduring power of religious art in inspiring contemplation and reflection across centuries.
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