US EditionArtist Caravaggio's faith shines in new Rome exhibit and at churches run by Pope Leo XIV's order
- A new exhibit featuring about two dozen religious-themed paintings by Caravaggio is on view in Rome until July 6, 2025.
- The exhibit updates understanding of Caravaggio's spirituality, highlighting his ties to Catholic patrons, rites, and Augustinian churches linked to Pope Leo XIV's order.
- Notable works include the Pilgrims’ Madonna housed in the Roman Augustinian basilica, created to honor a pilgrimage to the Loreto shrine, alongside stark and dramatic pieces such as Judith Beheading Holofernes and David with the Head of Goliath.
- Francesca Cappelletti, the exhibit curator, explained that Caravaggio uses light to highlight the essential elements of the narrative in his work.
- The exhibit and related church works in Rome illustrate Caravaggio's focus on spiritual encounters and God's mercy, attracting pilgrims and encouraging Augustinian spirituality.
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Artist Caravaggio's faith shines in new Rome exhibit and at churches run by Pope Leo XIV's order
The Roman basilica of the Augustinians — Pope Leo XIV’s religious order — preserves an iconic painting of the Virgin Mary by Caravaggio. He’s the blockbuster artist who revolutionized the use of light and darkness in Western art. A new…
Artist Caravaggio’s faith shines in new Rome exhibit and at churches run by Pope Leo XIV’s order
ROME (AP) — The Roman basilica of the Augustinians — Pope Leo XIV’s religious order — preserves an iconic painting of the Virgin Mary by Caravaggio, the blockbuster artist who revolutionized the use of light and darkness in Western art. A new exhibit of works by the Baroque painter is now on view in Rome until July 6, allowing for an updated look at his connection with spirituality. From the Pilgrims’ Madonna at the Basilica of St. Augustine to …
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