Mattia 1613 1699 Collection

The raising of Lazarus, c.1665. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
The raising of Lazarus, c.1665. Found in the Collection of the Galleria Nazionale di Palazzo Spinola, Genova

The meeting of Saint Francis with Saint Dominic, c.1665. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
The meeting of Saint Francis with Saint Dominic, c.1665. Found in the Collection of the Galleria Nazionale di Palazzo Spinola, Genova

Portrait of a soldier. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
Portrait of a soldier. Found in the Collection of the Galerie Canesso

Madonna of Constantinople, c. 1565. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
Madonna of Constantinople, c. 1565. Found in the collection of the Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Saint Sebastian, 1655-1657. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
Saint Sebastian, 1655-1657. Found in the collection of the Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Judith and Her Maidservant with the Head of Holofernes, 1659. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
Judith and Her Maidservant with the Head of Holofernes, 1659. Found in the collection of the Palazzo Barberini, Rome

The Incredulity of Saint Thomas, c. 1656. Found in the Collection of Art History Museum, Vienne

Clorinda rescues Olindo and Sophronia. Found in the Collection of Musei di Strada Nuova, Genoa

Susanna and the Elders, 1600s. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
Susanna and the Elders, 1600s. Found in the Collection of the Fondazione di Studi di Storia dell Arte Roberto Longhi, Firenze

The Descent from the Cross, 1680s. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
The Descent from the Cross, 1680s. Found in the collection of Fondazione De Vito

The Incredulity of Saint Thomas, ca 1675. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
The Incredulity of Saint Thomas, ca 1675. Found in the Collection of MUZA, Muzew Nazzjonali tal-Arti, Valletta, (Heritage Malta)

Lot and his Daughters, ca 1675-1680. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
Lot and his Daughters, ca 1675-1680. Found in the Collection of MUZA, Muzew Nazzjonali tal-Arti, Valletta, (Heritage Malta)

Christ and the Woman from Canaan, 1646-1647. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
Christ and the Woman from Canaan, 1646-1647. Private Collection

Saint Bonaventure, 1637-1645. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
Saint Bonaventure, 1637-1645. Found in the Collection of Palazzo Chigi, Ariccia

Head of a girl with a coral necklace, c. 1645. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
Head of a girl with a coral necklace, c. 1645. Found in the Collection of Galleria Nazionale d Arte Antica, Rome

Escape from Troy, 1635-1640. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
Escape from Troy, 1635-1640. Found in the Collection of Galleria Nazionale d Arte Antica, Rome

The Denial of Saint Peter, ca 1637-1640. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
The Denial of Saint Peter, ca 1637-1640. Found in the Collection of Galleria Nazionale d Arte Antica, Rome

The Tribute Money. Found in the Collection of Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Cato Uticensis. Private Collection

Pindar. Private Collection

Soldier. Found in the Collection of Museo Civico, Rende

The Plague. Found in the Collection of Accademia di San Luca

The Marriage Feast At Cana, c. 1655-1656. Artist: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
The Marriage Feast At Cana, c. 1655-1656. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Clorinda rescues Olindo and Sophronia, 1645. Artist: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
Clorinda rescues Olindo and Sophronia, 1645. Found in the collection of the Musei di Strada Nuova, Genoa

Diogenes and Plato, 1649. Artist: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
Diogenes and Plato, 1649. Found in the collection of the Musei Capitolini, Rome

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Mattia Preti (1613-1699) was an Italian painter known for his stunning and emotive artworks. His works spanned various themes, from biblical scenes to mythological tales, showcasing his versatility as an artist. In "Clorinda rescues Olindo and Sophronia, " Preti captures the intensity of the moment as Clorinda bravely saves her friends from danger. The painting exudes a sense of heroism and selflessness. One of Preti's notable pieces is "Susanna and the Elders. " Painted in the 1600s, it depicts Susanna's plight as she faces unjust scrutiny. Through his masterful use of light and shadow, Preti conveys Susanna's vulnerability amidst a corrupt society. "The Descent from the Cross" showcases Preti's skill in capturing raw emotion. Created in the 1680s, this powerful artwork portrays grief and sorrow through its mournful figures surrounding Christ's lifeless body. Another significant work by Preti is "The Incredulity of Saint Thomas. " This piece explores doubt and faith as Saint Thomas touches Christ's wounds to confirm his resurrection. The painting invites viewers to reflect on their own beliefs. Preti also delved into classical mythology with "Lot and his Daughters. " This controversial subject matter depicts Lot's daughters seducing him after escaping Sodom. It serves as a reminder that even revered figures can succumb to moral ambiguity. In "Christ and the Woman from Canaan, " Preti tells a story of compassion transcending boundaries. The painting beautifully illustrates Christ listening attentively to a woman pleading for her daughter’s healing—a testament to empathy overcoming societal divisions. Preti also painted portraits like "Saint Bonaventure" which showcases meticulous attention to detail while capturing spiritual depth within its subject. His talent extended beyond religious narratives; he portrayed everyday subjects too.