In the painting Saint Januarius in the Amphitheatre at Pozzuoli, Artemisia Gentileschi depicts the patron saint of Naples during his martyrdom, in a solemn and dramatic architectural setting. Saint Januarius is shown at the centre of the composition, surrounded by the wild beasts that, according to tradition, were meant to kill him but miraculously remained harmless.
The figure of the saint, lit by an intense light, conveys calm, faith and spiritual steadfastness, in sharp contrast with the tension of the scene. Artemisia combines the Baroque idiom with strong emotional realism, paying close attention to gestures, expressions and the relationship between light and shadow. The work celebrates the triumph of faith over danger and violence, and bears witness to the painter's artistic maturity in treating the great themes of sacred painting and popular devotion.
Material of the finest quality
Print on handmade Amalfi paper Sheet size: 29 x 42 cm (11.4 x 16.5 in) With frame: 31 x 44 cm (12.2 x 17.3 in) Material: artwork printed on very fine handmade Amalfi paper with deckled edges Frame: light brown beech wood and wood pulp, handmade
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY
The artwork comes with a certificate of authenticity, also on Amalfi paper, signed by the craftsman who made the print.
Come nasce una riproduzione su carta di Amalfi, com'è fatta la cornice, cos'è il vetro museale, quanto tempo serve per la spedizione e come funzionano i resi: abbiamo raccolto tutte le risposte in un'unica pagina.
