St. Christopher with the Infant Christ and St. Peter by Cima da Conegliano

St. Christopher with the Infant Christ and St. Peter 1505

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painting, oil-paint

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portrait

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high-renaissance

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narrative-art

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painting

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oil-paint

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figuration

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jesus-christ

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classicism

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christianity

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history-painting

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italian-renaissance

Cima da Conegliano's "St. Christopher with the Infant Christ and St. Peter," painted in 1505, depicts the iconic Christian saint, St. Christopher, carrying the Christ child. The composition is strikingly balanced, with St. Christopher’s strong figure taking center stage, while St. Peter, with his iconic keys, stands to the right. The painting, executed in a style characteristic of the Venetian Renaissance, uses vibrant colors and a strong sense of perspective, evoking a sense of depth and realism. The portrayal of the figures, with their nuanced expressions and intricate details, underscores the artist's meticulous craftsmanship.

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