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Tobit Burying the Dead, c. 1650
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Tobit Burying the Dead, c. 1650
883749 Tobit Burying the Dead, c. 1650 by Castiglione, Giovanni Benedetto (Il Grechetto) (1609-64); Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: 8 1/16 x 11 7/8 in. (20.48 x 30.16 cm) (plate)); eMinneapolis Institute of Art; The William M. Ladd Collection. Gift of Herschel V. Jones, 1916; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23502066
© Minneapolis Institute of Art The William M. Ladd Collection. Gift of Herschel V. Jones, 1916 / Bridgeman Images
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The captivating print titled "Tobit Burying the Dead, c. 1650" by Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione (Il Grechetto) takes us back to a significant biblical scene. The artwork, housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts in Minnesota, USA, measures 8 1/16 x 11 7/8 inches and belongs to The William M. Ladd Collection. In this poignant image, Tobit is depicted burying the dead—a powerful moment that encapsulates themes of compassion and duty. Castiglione's masterful brushstrokes bring life to the characters as they mournfully lay their loved ones to rest. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every element of the composition: from the expressions on Tobit's face and his son Tobias' grieving posture, to the carefully rendered landscape in which this somber act unfolds. This particular piece showcases Castiglione's remarkable talent for capturing emotion through art. His use of light and shadow adds depth and intensity to each figure, evoking a sense of solemnity that resonates with viewers even after centuries have passed since its creation. As we gaze upon this timeless work of art captured by Bridgeman Images for Fine Art Finder, we are reminded not only of our shared humanity but also our responsibility towards one another—especially during times of sorrow and loss.
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