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St. Onuphrius (oil on canvas)
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St. Onuphrius (oil on canvas)
XIR109933 St. Onuphrius (oil on canvas) by Ribera, Jusepe de (lo Spagnoletto) (c.1590-1652); Real Monasterio de El Escorial, El Escorial, Spain; (add.info.: patron saint of weavers; hermit in Egypt in 4th or 5th century; ); Italian, out of copyright
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The captivating print showcases Jusepe de Ribera's masterpiece, "St. Onuphrius". Painted with oil on canvas, this artwork is housed in the Real Monasterio de El Escorial in El Escorial, Spain. The image captures the essence of St. Onuphrius, who was revered as the patron saint of weavers. In this painting, a wise old man with a long beard stands amidst laurel trees and takes shelter in a rocky cave. He wears a scapulary and holds a rosary close to his heart, symbolizing his devout spirituality. With humble reverence, St. Onuphrius kneels before us as an ermité—a hermit—reflecting his life as an ascetic recluse. Legend has it that St. Onuphrius lived as an Egyptian hermit during the 4th or 5th century. His solitary existence allowed him to dedicate himself entirely to prayer and contemplation of God's divine mysteries. Ribera skillfully portrays the saint's weathered features and serene expression, capturing both his physical frailty and inner strength. The artist masterfully contrasts light and shadow to emphasize the austere environment surrounding St. Onuphrius. This remarkable piece invites viewers into the world of devotion and solitude embraced by this holy figure from ancient times—an enduring testament to faithfulness even in seclusion.
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