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The death of Saint Anthony (Saint Anthony the Great, 250 / 51-356
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The death of Saint Anthony (Saint Anthony the Great, 250 / 51-356
JLJ4601067 The death of Saint Anthony (Saint Anthony the Great, 250/51-356) (or Saint Anthony the Hermit or Saint Anthony the Abbe). Painting (Vanite) by Claude Vignon (1593-1670), 17th century. Oil on canvas. Dim: 1, 65x1, 31m. by Vignon, Claude (1593-1670); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: The death of Saint Anthony (Saint Anthony the Great, 250/51-356) (or Saint Anthony the Hermit or Saint Anthony the Abbe). Painting (Vanite) by Claude Vignon (1593-1670), 17th century. Oil on canvas. Dim: 1, 65x1, 31m.); Photo ePhoto Josse; French, out of copyright
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This print captures Claude Vignon's 17th-century painting, "The Death of Saint Anthony". The artwork depicts the final moments of Saint Anthony the Great, also known as Saint Anthony the Hermit or Saint Anthony the Abbe. Painted in a vanitas style, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 1.65x1.31 meters and is housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris. Intriguingly morbid yet spiritually profound, Vignon's work showcases a scene filled with symbolism. A skeleton looms over the saint while an angel stands by his side, representing death and salvation respectively. Through prayerful contemplation, Saint Anthony confronts mortality with grace and devotion. The inclusion of a pansy flower adds another layer of meaning to this composition. Pansies were often associated with thoughts and remembrance during that era, emphasizing reflection on life's brevity and transience. Vignon masterfully captures both physical decay and spiritual transcendence in this thought-provoking piece. The skull at the forefront serves as a reminder of our own mortality while highlighting themes of vanity and earthly attachments. "The Death of Saint Anthony" invites viewers to reflect upon their own lives and contemplate what truly matters beyond material possessions or worldly desires. It is an exquisite example of French art from the 17th century that continues to inspire introspection on faith, existence, and human nature itself.
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