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St. John and St. Peter at Christ's Tomb, c1640. Creator: Giovanni Francesco Romanelli
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St. John and St. Peter at Christ's Tomb, c1640. Creator: Giovanni Francesco Romanelli
St. John and St. Peter at Christ's Tomb, c1640
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This 17th-century painting, titled "St. John and St. Peter at Christ's Tomb" by Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (1593-1648), offers a profound exploration of the biblical scene of the resurrected Christ's encounter with his disciples St. John and St. Peter at the tomb. The Italian Baroque master, also known as Il Viterbese or Il Raffaellino del Colle, skillfully depicts the emotional intensity of this pivotal moment in Christian history. The painting, created around 1640, showcases the figures of St. John and St. Peter in vibrant colors and rich detail. St. John, the Evangelist and the Apostle of Love, is shown leaning on the tomb, his face filled with awe and wonder as he gazes upon the empty burial place of Jesus Christ. St. Peter, the Rock upon whom Christ built his Church, is shown kneeling in reverence, his hands clasped in prayer and his eyes fixed on the risen Lord. The painting, which is now part of the collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), is a testament to the enduring power of art to preserve and convey the stories and values of our shared cultural heritage. The biblical scene, which is also known as the "Christ Antiphonetes," is a popular subject in Christian art, reflecting the deep spiritual significance of the resurrection and the faith of the apostles in the face of the unknown. The painting's rich history is as intriguing as its artistic merit. It is believed to have been created in France, reflecting the artist's European influence and the global reach of Baroque art. The painting's journey from its creation in the 17th century to its current home at LACMA is a testament to the enduring power of art to transcend time and place, and to inspire and captivate generations of viewers.
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