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Carlo Saraceni: A Master of Captivating Art From the enchanting tale of Icarus to the divine harmony of St. Cecilia, Carlo Saraceni's artistic prowess knows no bounds

Background imageSaraceni Collection: ST. CECILIA AND THE ANGEL. Oil on canvas, c1600, by Carlo Saraceni

ST. CECILIA AND THE ANGEL. Oil on canvas, c1600, by Carlo Saraceni

Background imageSaraceni Collection: CARLO SARACENI: ICARUS. The Fall of Icarus. Oil on copper by Carlo Saraceni (c1580-1620)

CARLO SARACENI: ICARUS. The Fall of Icarus. Oil on copper by Carlo Saraceni (c1580-1620)

Background imageSaraceni Collection: L ELISIR D AMORE 1929

L ELISIR D AMORE 1929
L ELISIR D AMORE 1. Schipa & Saraceni 2. Act 1 Scene 2 at La Scala, Milan, Italy

Background imageSaraceni Collection: Judith with the Head of Holofernes, ca 1610-1615. Creator: Saraceni, Carlo (1579-1620)

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, ca 1610-1615. Creator: Saraceni, Carlo (1579-1620)
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, ca 1610-1615. Found in the collection of Art History Museum, Vienne

Background imageSaraceni Collection: Paradise, ca. 1598. Creator: Carlo Saraceni

Paradise, ca. 1598. Creator: Carlo Saraceni
Paradise, ca. 1598

Background imageSaraceni Collection: Saint Martin and a beggar, c. 1608-1610. Artist: Saraceni, Carlo (1579-1620)

Saint Martin and a beggar, c. 1608-1610. Artist: Saraceni, Carlo (1579-1620)
Saint Martin and a beggar, c. 1608-1610. Found in the collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Background imageSaraceni Collection: Saint Roch Comforted by an Angel. Artist: Saraceni, Carlo (1579-1620)

Saint Roch Comforted by an Angel. Artist: Saraceni, Carlo (1579-1620)
Saint Roch Comforted by an Angel. Found in the collection of Palazzo Doria Pamphilj, Rome

Background imageSaraceni Collection: The Fall of Icarus. Artist: Saraceni, Carlo (1579-1620)

The Fall of Icarus. Artist: Saraceni, Carlo (1579-1620)
The Fall of Icarus. Found in the collection of Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Background imageSaraceni Collection: The Exaltation of the Holy Nail with Saint Charles Borromeo. Artist: Saraceni, Carlo (1579-1620)

The Exaltation of the Holy Nail with Saint Charles Borromeo. Artist: Saraceni, Carlo (1579-1620)
The Exaltation of the Holy Nail with Saint Charles Borromeo. Found in the collection of Basilica di San Lorenzo in Lucina

Background imageSaraceni Collection: Venus and Mars. Artist: Saraceni, Carlo (1579-1620)

Venus and Mars. Artist: Saraceni, Carlo (1579-1620)
Venus and Mars. Found in the collection of Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

Background imageSaraceni Collection: Moses defending the Daughters of Jethro, 1610. Artist: Saraceni, Carlo (1579-1620)

Moses defending the Daughters of Jethro, 1610. Artist: Saraceni, Carlo (1579-1620)
Moses defending the Daughters of Jethro, 1610. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Background imageSaraceni Collection: The Vision of Saint Francis, ca. 1620, by Carlo Saraceni (15

The Vision of Saint Francis, ca. 1620, by Carlo Saraceni (15
Carlo Saraceni (1580-1620). Italian painter. The Vision of Saint Francis, ca. 1620. Alte Pinakothek. Munich. Germany

Background imageSaraceni Collection: Pensionante del Saraceni (French (?), active c. 1610-1620), Still Life with Fruit and Carafe

Pensionante del Saraceni (French (?), active c. 1610-1620), Still Life with Fruit and Carafe, c. 1610-1620, oil on canvas

Background imageSaraceni Collection: Papal Authority

Papal Authority; Carlo Saraceni, Italian, about 1579 - 1620; 1616; Black chalk, heightened with white chalk on blue-green paper; 32.9 x 24.9 cm (12 15/16 x 9 13/16 in. )

Background imageSaraceni Collection: SARACENI: JUDITH. Jewish heroine in one of the books of the Apocrypha who saved

SARACENI: JUDITH. Jewish heroine in one of the books of the Apocrypha who saved her people by decapitating the Assyrian general Holofernes. Canvas by Carlo Saraceni (c1580-1620)



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Carlo Saraceni: A Master of Captivating Art From the enchanting tale of Icarus to the divine harmony of St. Cecilia, Carlo Saraceni's artistic prowess knows no bounds. With each stroke of his brush, he transports us to a realm where myth and reality intertwine. In "Icarus, " Saraceni captures the tragic fall of the audacious youth with meticulous detail on copper canvas. The vibrant colors and intricate composition leave us breathless, reminding us of our own mortal limitations. "St. Cecilia and the Angel" unveils a celestial scene that emanates serenity and grace. Through oil on canvas, Saraceni immortalizes this patron saint of music in her ethereal encounter with an angelic messenger. "L'Elisir d'Amore 1929" takes us into a world filled with passion and romance as we witness love's elixir at work. Saraceni's ability to evoke emotions through his art is truly remarkable, capturing hearts across time. With "Judith with the Head of Holofernes, " we are confronted by a powerful image depicting courage in its most raw form. The intensity in Judith's eyes reflects her determination to protect her people from tyranny—a testament to Saraceni's skill in portraying strength through paint. It also delves into religious themes such as "Paradise, " where he invites viewers into an idyllic realm bathed in heavenly light. His attention to detail brings forth a sense of awe and wonderment as we contemplate divinity itself. In "Saint Martin and a Beggar, " compassion takes center stage as Saint Martin selflessly shares his cloak with those less fortunate—an embodiment of charity captured flawlessly by Saraceni's hand. "Saint Roch Comforted by an Angel" showcases faith amidst suffering, reminding us that even during our darkest moments, solace can be found.