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Saint Francis of Assisi according to Pope Nicholas V's Vision
Francisco de Zurbarán
A striking Baroque portrait of Saint Francis, characterized by deep shadows and luminous, sculptural drapery.
Saint Francis of Assisi
Antonio del Castillo y Saavedra
1700 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A poignant Spanish Baroque portrayal of Saint Francis of Assisi in deep contemplation.
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Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence with softened warm notes — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft gray, Soft sage
About the piece
Created around 1700 by Antonio del Castillo y Saavedra, this striking oil painting captures Saint Francis of Assisi in a moment of spiritual solitude. The artist utilizes dramatic tenebrism to illuminate the saint's expressive features and hands against a deep, atmospheric background, making it a definitive example of Spanish devotional art from the era.
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