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Salome with st John Baptists head on a silver plate Painting by Mathias Stomer
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Salome with st John Baptists head on a silver plate Painting by Mathias Stomer
LRI4693603 Salome with st John Baptists head on a silver plate Painting by Mathias Stomer (Matthias Stom) (1600-apres 1655) Dim 100x90 cm Genes, Musei di Strada Nuova (ex Palazzo Bianco) Italy by Stomer, (Stom) Matthias (c.1600-p.1650); Musei di Strada Nuova, Palazzo Rosso, Genova, Liguria, Italy; (add.info.: Salome with st John Baptists head on a silver plate Painting by Mathias Stomer (Matthias Stom) (1600-apres 1655) Dim 100x90 cm Genes, Musei di Strada Nuova (ex Palazzo Bianco) Italy); Luisa Ricciarini; Dutch, out of copyright
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Flemish Style Old Man Oldness Saint John The Baptist Salome
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Salome with St. John the Baptist's Head on a Silver Plate
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is a captivating painting by Matthias Stomer that showcases his mastery of the Flemish style. The artwork, measuring 100x90 cm, can be found in the Musei di Strada Nuova (ex Palazzo Bianco) in Genoa, Italy. In this thought-provoking piece, Stomer depicts Salome holding the severed head of St. John the Baptist on a silver plate. The intensity and emotion captured in Salome's face are striking as she gazes upon her gruesome trophy. This biblical scene from the New Testament has been immortalized through Stomer's brushstrokes. The artist skillfully portrays both youth and oldness within this composition. While Salome represents youthful beauty and innocence, juxtaposed against her is an aged man who personifies wisdom and spirituality - Saint John himself. Stomer's attention to detail brings life to each element of this painting; from the intricate folds of fabric to the delicate features of each character portrayed. The use of light and shadow adds depth and drama to this hauntingly beautiful scene. This artwork serves as a reminder of humanity's complex relationship with religion, mortality, power dynamics, and our own inner desires. It invites viewers to contemplate themes such as temptation, sacrifice, and consequence. Luisa Ricciarini has expertly captured this remarkable painting through her lens for Fine Art Finder – preserving its historical significance for generations to come.
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