Christ and the Woman of Samaria by Guercino. A dramatic Baroque scene depicting Christ in conversation with a woman at a well, characterized by intense light and deep shadows.

Christ and the Woman of Samaria

Guercino

1619 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A masterful 17th-century Italian scene depicting an intimate biblical encounter with dramatic lighting and expressive detail.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character with warm, lived-in color — brings a composed sense of weight.

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Study · Library · Living Room
Placement
Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
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Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown, Soft sage

About the piece

Painted in 1619 by the Italian Baroque master Guercino, this work captures the moment Christ speaks with the Samaritan woman at the well. The composition uses intense chiaroscuro to highlight the expressive features of the figures against a dark, atmospheric background, creating a sense of profound stillness and focus.

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