Giovanni Battista Piazzetta Entourage Of "saint Philip Neri In Prayer"

Venetian School, 18th century. Oil on canvas, "Saint Philip Neri in Prayer," unsigned. 49.6 x 40 cm. Venetian School. Philip Neri (1515-1595) is admired for his warmth and cheerfulness, as well as his remarkable communication skills. While still young, he decided to abandon his studies to dedicate himself to the poor of Rome, where he lived. Philip Neri was beatified in 1615 and canonized in 1622. If you suffer from rheumatism, you can invoke the Saint; his kind nature will surely bring you relief. Our painting possesses all the qualities, notably the marked contrasts between light and shadow, to confirm that it was created by a close associate of Giovanni Battista Piazzetta (1682-1754), who, beyond his genius, was an excellent director of the Scuola di Nudo (School of Nudity) at the Academy of Fine Arts in Venice. Modern painted and gilded wooden frame. Good condition. 3200 euros