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Saint Francis of Assisi
Antonio del Castillo y Saavedra
A poignant Spanish Baroque portrayal of Saint Francis of Assisi in deep contemplation.
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Scholarly portraits, interiors, and old-world pieces with gravity.
Scholarly interiors, portraits, and moody old-world works create a look that feels literary, intimate, and quietly dramatic.
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An Allegory of Faith (Saint Clare)
Ivan Akimov
A striking 18th-century allegory featuring dramatic chiaroscuro lighting and rich, draped textures.
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Party of Armenians Playing Cards
Jean Baptiste Vanmour
An atmospheric 18th-century genre scene depicting an intimate card game illuminated by soft, dramatic candlelight.
Contains nudity
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The Fine Arts
Marten Jozef Geeraerts
A masterful 18th-century monochrome painting simulating a stone relief of playful cherubs exploring the fine arts.