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The Parable of the Sower, 1560. Creator: Jacopo Bassano il vecchio
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The Parable of the Sower, 1560. Creator: Jacopo Bassano il vecchio
The Parable of the Sower, 1560
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In this poignant depiction of The Parable of the Sower (1560), Italian master Jacopo Bassano il Vecchio brings to life a timeless biblical scene. Set against a dramatic night sky, Jesus is shown scattering seeds amidst a group of attentive listeners - including an agricultural labourer and his cow-drawn plow. As the sower's hands move with purpose, so too do the eyes of those gathered around him, drinking in every word as if their very livelihoods depended on it.
The use of chiaroscuro lighting adds depth and emotion to this already powerful scene, drawing our gaze towards Jesus' outstretched hand as he imparts his wisdom. The figures surrounding him are rendered with remarkable detail, from the cow's gentle expression to the farmhand's thoughtful posture.
This masterpiece not only showcases Bassano's technical skill but also testifies to the enduring power of Christian art and symbolism. As a window into 16th-century Italy, it invites us to reflect on our own relationship with faith, community, and the land that sustains us.
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