MAGNIFICAT: THE ART ESSAY OF THE MONTH The Glory of Saint Vitalis (1512) by Vittore Carpaccio (c. 1460–c. 1526) When considering Catholic art, one may be tempted to only think of the best-known works …More
MAGNIFICAT: THE ART ESSAY OF THE MONTH
The Glory of Saint Vitalis (1512) by Vittore Carpaccio (c. 1460–c. 1526)
When considering Catholic art, one may be tempted to only think of the best-known works by the greatest artists, celebrating the best-known saints. Bernini’s Saint Teresa in Ecstasy, Caravaggio’s Doubting Thomas, or a Madonna and Child by Raphael may come to mind. While this is understandable, it means that we often overlook many other artworks by less famous artists, depicting forgotten saints and martyrs. At the start of the month of November, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of All Saints. On this day, Christians rejoice in the glory of the whole heavenly host, of those saints who are well known and those who have passed into near-legend. Early Church martyrs, whom we know little about, are often depicted in painting, and often have a local devotion that can remain to the present day. One such painting is The Glory of Saint Vitalis by Vittore Carpaccio.
Vittore …More
The Glory of Saint Vitalis (1512) by Vittore Carpaccio (c. 1460–c. 1526)
When considering Catholic art, one may be tempted to only think of the best-known works by the greatest artists, celebrating the best-known saints. Bernini’s Saint Teresa in Ecstasy, Caravaggio’s Doubting Thomas, or a Madonna and Child by Raphael may come to mind. While this is understandable, it means that we often overlook many other artworks by less famous artists, depicting forgotten saints and martyrs. At the start of the month of November, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of All Saints. On this day, Christians rejoice in the glory of the whole heavenly host, of those saints who are well known and those who have passed into near-legend. Early Church martyrs, whom we know little about, are often depicted in painting, and often have a local devotion that can remain to the present day. One such painting is The Glory of Saint Vitalis by Vittore Carpaccio.
Vittore …More