Sacrificio Collection

Francesco Ferruccis Deathvin Gavinana, 1852 (oil on canvas)
6200638 Francesco Ferruccis Deathvin Gavinana, 1852 (oil on canvas) by Albertis, Sebastiano de (1828-97); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sebastiano De Albertis)

Ricciardino Langoscos mother searching the corpse of her son killed during the conquest of Pavia at the hands of Matteo
6200637 Ricciardino Langoscos mother searching the corpse of her son killed during the conquest of Pavia at the hands of Matteo Visconti in 1315, 1846 (oil on canvas) by Massacra

Marco Botzaris Death, c. 1841 (oil on canvas)
6200636 Marco Botzaris Death, c.1841 (oil on canvas) by Lipparini, Lodovico (1802-56); Civico Museo Sartorio, Trieste, Italy; (add.info.: Ludovico Lipparini)

Abraham and Isaac
5973920 Abraham and Isaac by Italian School, (18th century); Pinacoteca Tosio Martinengo, Brescia, Italy; (add.info.: A replica of a sculptural group in ivory and wood by Simon Troger)

Palazzina (Small Building): view of the entrance hall. On the wall, "The Sacrifice of Iphigenia"
5962721 Palazzina (Small Building): view of the entrance hall. On the wall, "The Sacrifice of Iphigenia", and on the ceiling "Diana and Aeolus", 1756-57 (fresco) by Tiepolo

The Sacrifice of Iphigenia, 1733 (fresco)
3928850 The Sacrifice of Iphigenia, 1733 (fresco) by Crosato, Giovanni Battista (1686-1758); The Hunting Residence of Stupinigi, Turin, Piedmont

The Daughter of Jephthah (w / c)ed Indian ink drawing
3708487 The Daughter of Jephthah (w/c)ed Indian ink drawing by Becchi, Andrea (1848-1926); 31x23.5 cm; Assicoop-Unipol Collection, Modena, Emilia Romagna

The Sacrifice of Iphigenia, detail, 1733 (fresco)
3928854 The Sacrifice of Iphigenia, detail, 1733 (fresco) by Crosato, Giovanni Battista (1686-1758); The Hunting Residence of Stupinigi, Turin, Piedmont

The Sacrifice of Iphigenia, detail, 1733 (fresco)
3928853 The Sacrifice of Iphigenia, detail, 1733 (fresco) by Crosato, Giovanni Battista (1686-1758); The Hunting Residence of Stupinigi, Turin, Piedmont

Palazzina (Small Building), the entrance hall: "The Sacrifice of Iphigenia", detail, 1757
5962713 Palazzina (Small Building), the entrance hall: "The Sacrifice of Iphigenia", detail, 1757 by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Villa Valmarana ai Nani, Vicenza

The Daughter of Jephthah (w / c)ed Indian ink drawing, cm. 31 x 23, 5
3708488 The Daughter of Jephthah (w/c)ed Indian ink drawing, cm. 31 x 23, 5. by Becchi, Andrea (1848-1926); 31x23.5 cm; Assicoop-Unipol Collection, Modena, Emilia Romagna

Roman noblemen in laurel wreaths and toga at a sacrificial rite. The lack of beards dates the scene to Hadrians or Neros reign. Pompa Sacra. From a bas-relief in the Pio Clementino Museum

Ancient Greece : Ritual Bull Sacrifice - Greece at the time of the kings
XEE702556 Ancient Greece : Ritual Bull Sacrifice - Greece at the time of the kings, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann

The Sacrifice of Isaac
VERONESE, Paolo Caliari, called Paolo (1528-1588). The Sacrifice of Isaac (Sacrificio di Isacco). Renaissance art

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"Sacrificio: A Glimpse into the Depths of Human Sacrifice" In Francesco Ferrucci's Deathvin Gavinana, we witness a poignant depiction of sacrifice. The oil on canvas painting captures the tragic end of an Italian hero, highlighting the ultimate sacrifice he made for his beliefs. Ricciardino Langosco's mother searching her son's lifeless body in Marco Visconti's conquest of Pavia reveals the heart-wrenching aftermath of sacrifice. This 1846 artwork portrays a mother's desperate search for closure and understanding amidst the chaos and loss. The haunting image of Marco Botzaris' death in c. 1841 reminds us that sacrifice is not limited to battles fought on earthly grounds. This oil on canvas masterpiece depicts a Greek hero who sacrificed himself for his country, etching his name into history as an emblematic figure. Abraham and Isaac stand as symbols of faith and obedience in biblical lore. Their story resonates with sacrificial undertones, reminding us that sometimes sacrifices are demanded by higher powers or divine tests. Palazzina (Small Building) offers glimpses into ancient tales through its frescoes; "The Sacrifice of Iphigenia" adorns its walls while "Diana and Aeolus" grace its ceiling. These artworks transport us to mythological realms where sacrifices were made to appease gods or fulfill prophecies. Within these frescoes lies another representation - "The Daughter of Jephthah. " This Indian ink drawing showcases the anguish felt by Jephthah upon realizing he must sacrifice his own daughter due to a hasty vow made during war. As we delve deeper into Palazzina (Small Building), intricate details emerge from "The Sacrifice of Iphigenia. " Each brushstroke tells a tale within this 1733 fresco, capturing both agony and resignation in equal measure.