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Carlo Saraceni (1579–1620)

Italian early-Baroque painter.Created by: PICRYL - Public Domain Media Search EngineDated: 1579
Carlo Saraceni (1579–1620) and studio The Madonna and Child with Saint Anne
Born in Venice, Saraceni trained with the painter Giovanni Battista Crespi before moving to Rome in the early 17th century. He quickly gained recognition for his dramatic use of light and shadow and his ability to capture the emotional intensity of his subjects.

Saraceni's early works were heavily influenced by Caravaggio's style, which emphasised the use of chiaroscuro (light and dark contrasts) and naturalistic depictions of the human figure. However, he also incorporated elements of classicism and mannerism into his paintings, creating a unique blend of styles that set him apart from his contemporaries.

One of Saraceni's most famous works is The Martyrdom of Saint Cecilia, which depicts the moment when the Christian saint was beheaded for refusing to renounce her faith. The painting is notable for its dramatic lighting and emotional intensity, as well as its intricate detail and rich colours.

Despite his success in Rome, Saraceni's career was cut short by his untimely death at the age of 41. However, his legacy lives on through his powerful and influential paintings, which continue to inspire artists and art lovers around the world.
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Carlo Saraceni - Paradise, 16th century

Carlo Saraceni - Paradise, 16th century

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1610 Saraceni Der hl. Martin u.d. Bettler Gemäldegalerie Kat. 664B anagoria

1610 Saraceni Der hl. Martin u.d. Bettler Gemäldegalerie Kat. 664B ana...

Public domain image of painting, 18th century, free to use, no copyright restrictions - Picryl description

Carlo Saraceni - The Birth of the Virgin - WGA20828

Carlo Saraceni - The Birth of the Virgin - WGA20828

birth of the Virgin Mary  Public domain photograph related to music, performing arts, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Carlo Saraceni - Papal Authority, J. Paul Getty Museum

Carlo Saraceni - Papal Authority, J. Paul Getty Museum

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Carlo Saraceni - Mort de la Vierge

Carlo Saraceni - Mort de la Vierge

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Carlo Saraceni - Drunkenness of Noah - WGA20832

Carlo Saraceni - Drunkenness of Noah - WGA20832

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SARACENI Carlo La Vierge à l'Enfant avec St Jean et St Joseph

SARACENI Carlo La Vierge à l'Enfant avec St Jean et St Joseph

Français : La Vierge à l'Enfant avec St Jean et St Joseph

Carlo Saraceni - Tobias and the Angel - y1978-14 - Princeton University Art Museum

Carlo Saraceni - Tobias and the Angel - y1978-14 - Princeton Universit...

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Carlo Saraceni − Madonna and Child with St Anne

Carlo Saraceni − Madonna and Child with St Anne

Italiano: Carlo Saraceni − Madonna col Bambino e S. Anna Public domain photograph of 17th-century painting, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

The penitent Saint Peter - Saraceni)
Carlo Saraceni - St Gregory the Great - WGA20833

Carlo Saraceni - St Gregory the Great - WGA20833

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Adam Elsheimer - Saraceni - martevenus02(large)

Adam Elsheimer - Saraceni - martevenus02(large)

This painting belongs to a series of seven mythological small copper paintings, formerly attributed to Adam Elsheimer, but consensually ascribed to Saraceni since 1917. The other paintings are in the Galleria N... More

Death of the Virgin, lying on a chair at center, surrounded by Apostles, inside a temple

Death of the Virgin, lying on a chair at center, surrounded by Apostle...

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(Venice) Virgin's death by Carlo Saraceni - Gallerie Accademia

(Venice) Virgin's death by Carlo Saraceni - Gallerie Accademia

(Venice) Virgin's death by Carlo Saraceni - male ventral - Gallerie Accademia

Saraceni Sebastian 17th century painting

Saraceni Sebastian 17th century painting

Saint Sebastian Public domain photograph of 17th-century painting, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Carlo Saraceni (1579-1620) - Moses defending the Daughters of Jethro - NG6446 - National Gallery

Carlo Saraceni (1579-1620) - Moses defending the Daughters of Jethro -...

Saraceni, Carlo; Moses defending the Daughters of Jethro; The National Gallery, London; http://www.artuk.org/artworks/moses-defending-the-daughters-of-jethro-114766

Carlo Saraceni - An Angel Appearing to the Wife of Manoah - WGA20826

Carlo Saraceni - An Angel Appearing to the Wife of Manoah - WGA20826

Public domain photo of an Italian art painting, 16th-17th century, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description.

Carlo Saraceni Sermon of Raimondo Nonnato

Carlo Saraceni Sermon of Raimondo Nonnato

Cardinal Raymond Nonnatus Continues Miraculously to Preach to "Captive" Christians and to Convert Unbelievers

Portrait of Carlo Saraceni - Public domain portrait painting

Portrait of Carlo Saraceni - Public domain portrait painting

Portrait of Carlo Saraceni Public domain photograph of 17th-century portrait painting, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Carlo Saraceni - Venus mars. 17th century painting

Carlo Saraceni - Venus mars. 17th century painting

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Stephengamalielnicodemus. 17th century painting

Stephengamalielnicodemus. 17th century painting

Saint Stephen Mourned by Saints Gamaliel and Nicodemus Русский: Гамалиил и Никодим оплакивают св. Стефана

School of Carlo Saraceni - Death of the Virgin - 2012.84.7 - Minneapolis Institute of Arts

School of Carlo Saraceni - Death of the Virgin - 2012.84.7 - Minneapol...

Mary wearing blue gown with tan headscarf, seated on a tall chair; man figures gathered around Mary, seated, sanding, gesturing, wearing garments of various colors; architectural elements with squared column c... More

Japanese Embassy Fresco Quirinal Palace

Japanese Embassy Fresco Quirinal Palace

This Fresco is part of a frieze in the Salone dei Corazieri (Great Hall of the Curassiers; prevously known as Sala Regia) in the Quirinal Palace, Rome, Italy. It is one of eight frescos in this room depicting ... More

Carlo saraceni a seated man recoiling082043)
Carlo Saraceni - The Rest on the Flight into Egypt - WGA20835

Carlo Saraceni - The Rest on the Flight into Egypt - WGA20835

rest on the flight into Egypt  Public domain photograph of 17th-century Italian painting, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description Public domain photograph of 17th-century Italian pai... More

Carlo Saraceni - Saint Cecilia and the Angel - WGA20829

Carlo Saraceni - Saint Cecilia and the Angel - WGA20829

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Carlo Saraceni - Venus and Mars - WGA20836

Carlo Saraceni - Venus and Mars - WGA20836

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Carlo Saraceni 001 - Public domain portrait painting

Carlo Saraceni 001 - Public domain portrait painting

Judith and Holofernes  Public domain photograph of 17th-century portrait painting, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Carlo Saraceni (1579–1620) and studio The Madonna and Child with Saint Anne

Carlo Saraceni (1579–1620) and studio The Madonna and Child with Saint...

CARLO SARACENI AND STUDIO VENICE 1579 - 1620 THE MADONNA AND CHILD WITH SAINT ANNE AND AN ANGEL oil on copper, unframed 29.8 by 36.5 cm.

Carlo Saraceni, Martirio di Sant'Erasmo (anni 1610)

Carlo Saraceni, Martirio di Sant'Erasmo (anni 1610)

Italiano: Carlo Saraceni, Martirio di Sant'Erasmo (XVII secolo)

(Venice) The Penitent Magdalene by Carlo Saraceni - Gallerie Accademia Venice

(Venice) The Penitent Magdalene by Carlo Saraceni - Gallerie Accademia...

(Venice) The Penitent Magdalene by Carlo Saraceni - Gallerie Accademia Venice

Saraceni - Vision of St Francis

Saraceni - Vision of St Francis

Vision of St Francis Public domain photograph of 16th-century painting, renaissance or mannerist, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Carlo Saraceni - Onthoofding van Johannes de Doper

Carlo Saraceni - Onthoofding van Johannes de Doper

Johannes de Doper knielend voor een beul die op het punt staat zijn zwaard te trekken. Links staat Salome op een verhoging met in haar handen de schotel waarop zij het hoofd van Johannes naar Herodes en Herodia... More

Judit toont het hoofd van Holofernes, circa 1615 - circa 1649, Groeningemuseum, 0040640000

Judit toont het hoofd van Holofernes, circa 1615 - circa 1649, Groenin...

Judit toont het hoofd van Holofernes (Carlo Saraceni, circa 1615 - circa 1649); collection: Musea Brugge - Groeningemuseum

Carlo Saraceni 002 - Flight to Egypt

Carlo Saraceni 002 - Flight to Egypt

Public domain photo of an Italian art painting, 16th-17th century, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description. The Flight into Egypt is a biblical event in which Mary and Joseph, with th... More

Carlo Saraceni - Tobias and the Angel - y1978-14 - Princeton University Art MuseumFXD
Carlo Saraceni - Lille PdBA saraceni jugementFXD

Carlo Saraceni - Lille PdBA saraceni jugementFXD

Français : Le jugement dernier, au Palais des beaux-arts de Lille.

Carlo Saraceni Andromède attachée. Painting, 16th century.

Carlo Saraceni Andromède attachée. Painting, 16th century.

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Carlo Saraceni - The Martyrdom of St Cecilia - WGA20831

Carlo Saraceni - The Martyrdom of St Cecilia - WGA20831

martyrdom of Saint Cecilia  Public domain photograph of 17th-century painting, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description