Filippo Neri sticht de broederschap van de pelgrims 1630 - 1641

This etching by Luca Ciamberlano, created between 1630 and 1641, depicts Filippo Neri founding the Confraternity of the Pilgrims. The scene, likely set in Rome, shows Neri, a prominent Italian priest, speaking to a group of men. The etching is a fine example of Baroque art, characterized by its dramatic composition and emphasis on light and shadow. The detailed and precise lines create a sense of realism and depth, drawing the viewer into the scene. The inscription at the bottom, "Insieme con altrui altri dà principio alla Confraternita della Santissima Trinita de' Pellegrini, e de' convalescenti." translates to "Together with others he gives the first principle to the Confraternity of the Holy Trinity of the Pilgrims and the convalescents," further contextualizing the artwork.