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Samaritan Woman at the Well, after 1625. Creator: Lanfranco, Giovanni (1582-1647)
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Samaritan Woman at the Well, after 1625. Creator: Lanfranco, Giovanni (1582-1647)
Samaritan Woman at the Well, after 1625. Found in the collection of the Museo di Capodimonte, Naples
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Amphora Christ And Samaritan Woman Conversation Giovanni 1582 1647 Gospel Of John The Apostle Jacobs Well Jesus Of Nazareth Lanfranco Messiah Museo Di Capodimonte Naples Parmese School Photina Photine Samaritan Woman Samaritans Trust Woman Of Samaria
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This exquisite Baroque masterpiece, titled "Samaritan Woman at the Well" by the renowned Italian artist Giovanni Lanfranco (1582-1647), dates back to after 1625 and is currently housed in the esteemed Museo di Capodimonte in Naples, Italy. This oil on canvas painting is an interpretation of the biblical narrative found in the Gospel of John (4:1-42), where Jesus, the Messiah, engages in a profound conversation with the Samaritan woman, Photina or Photine, at Jacob's Well. The scene unfolds with the Samaritan woman, dressed in traditional attire, leaning down to draw water from the well. Jesus, depicted as the Messiah, is shown approaching her with an amphora, a symbol of His divine nature and His ability to provide spiritual sustenance. The Samaritan woman is taken aback by Jesus' request for a drink, as Jews and Samaritans were traditionally hostile towards each other. However, Jesus, ever the compassionate and understanding figure, initiates a conversation that leads to her realization of His true identity as the Messiah. The intricate details of the painting, such as the textured fabrics, the lifelike expressions on the characters' faces, and the rich use of color, exemplify the Parmesian School's influence on Lanfranco's work. The painting's composition, with the well serving as a focal point, invites the viewer to contemplate the profound conversation between Jesus and the Samaritan woman, a conversation that led to her conversion and the spread of the Christian faith. The "Samaritan Woman at the Well" is a testament to Lanfranco's exceptional artistic skill and his ability to capture the essence of the New Testament narrative. It is a reminder of the transformative power of trust and understanding, as exemplified by Jesus' interaction with the Samaritan woman, and the importance of open-mindedness and dialogue in fostering spiritual growth and unity.
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