17th-century Italian Painting, Saint Francis Of Assisi

Antique 17th-century Italian painting. Oil on canvas artwork depicting Saint Francis of Assisi in meditation, of remarkable pictorial quality. The saint is depicted in a cave, next to a skull, a book, and a cross, iconographic symbols linked to spirituality and reflection on the transience of life. This exquisitely crafted painting displays a particularly Caravaggesque sensibility in the naturalistic rendering of the face, hands, and skull.

A painting of great devotional impact, ideal for collectors of sacred art and suitable for both classic and modern settings. A 20th-century carved and gilded wooden frame, with some loss of gilding. The painting has already been restored with relining, replacement of the stretcher, and restoration of color in small areas; overall, it is in good condition. Internal dimensions: H 61.5 x W 47 cm.
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