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@stefandraschan.bsky.socialSep 14, 2026, 10:53 AM

#peoplematchingartworks #caravaggio #ambasciatadìtaliaaberlino #stefandraschan #photography #contemporaryart #berlin

@stefandraschan.bsky.socialSep 14, 2026, 10:03 AM

#peoplematchingartworks #caravaggio #ambasciatadìtaliaaberlino #stefandraschan #photography #contemporaryart #berlin

@juliusgranstrom.bsky.socialSep 13, 2026, 1:27 PM

Caravaggio #caravaggio

@juliusgranstrom.bsky.socialSep 13, 2026, 1:27 PM

Caravaggio #caravaggio

@juliusgranstrom.bsky.socialSep 13, 2026, 1:26 PM

Caravaggio #caravaggio

@juliusgranstrom.bsky.socialSep 13, 2026, 1:26 PM

Caravaggio #caravaggio

@juliusgranstrom.bsky.socialSep 13, 2026, 1:26 PM

Caravaggio #caravaggio

@juliusgranstrom.bsky.socialSep 13, 2026, 1:25 PM

Caravaggio #caravaggio

@juliusgranstrom.bsky.socialSep 13, 2026, 1:25 PM

Caravaggio #caravaggio

@juliusgranstrom.bsky.socialSep 13, 2026, 1:24 PM

Caravaggio #caravaggio

@artbible.infoSep 13, 2026, 9:30 AM

Today's pick: Supper at Emmaus (1601) - Caravaggio.

Also known as Pilgrimage of Our Lord to Emmaus. The [..] #art #Caravaggio

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@stefandraschan.bsky.socialSep 11, 2026, 8:34 PM

#peoplematchingartworks #caravaggio #ambasciatadìtaliaaberlino #stefandraschan #photography #contemporaryart #berlin

@juliusgranstrom.bsky.socialSep 10, 2026, 3:49 PM

Caravaggio #caravaggio

@rtvccanarias.bsky.socialSep 7, 2026, 12:31 PM

🎨 La magia de Caravaggio: 'La cena de Emáus' (1606)   

¿Sabías que esta obra maestra representa un milagro? ✨

Nuestra compañera Raquel Toste nos invita a redescubrir esta obra

#Caravaggio #Arte #HistoriaDelArte #Cultura #Pintura #Bodegón #ObraMaestra

@seamusaloysius.bsky.socialSep 3, 2026, 1:53 PM

"Narcissus" by Caravaggio, painted between 1597 and 1599, is a striking example of the artist's mastery of chiaroscuro and his ability to convey deep psychological themes through simple, yet powerful compositions.
#ArtSky #Caravaggio

This painting, which captures the moment when the mythological figure Narcissus becomes entranced by his own reflection, is not only a visual marvel but also a rich commentary on the themes of vanity, self-love, and the human condition.
🔍 The Story Behind the Painting:
The story of Narcissus comes from Greek mythology, famously recounted by the Roman poet Ovid in his Metamorphoses. Narcissus, a beautiful young man, becomes so infatuated with his own reflection in a pool of water that he ultimately wastes away, unable to pull himself away from the image. Caravaggio's painting encapsulates this tragic moment of self-obsession and the doomed fate that follows.
In Caravaggio's portrayal, Narcissus is depicted bending over a pool, his gaze locked on his reflection. The composition is almost symmetrical, with the upper half of the canvas mirroring the lower half, much like a playing card. This creates a visual loop that emphasizes the cyclical and self-destructive nature of Narcissus's obsession. The dark background further isolates the figure, focusing all attention on the intimate moment between Narcissus and his reflection. 
Caravaggio's use of light and shadow in "Narcissus" is nothing short of masterful. The soft illumination on Narcissus’s face and body contrasts sharply with the deep darkness that surrounds him, drawing the viewer's eye to the delicate details of his features and the reflection that holds him captive. The position of Narcissus, with his knee as a visual pivot, leads the viewer’s gaze towards his hand, which is almost but not quite touching the water—a poignant symbol of his unattainable desire.
The limited color palette—dominated by earthy tones and the stark whites of his clothing—serves to heighten the emotional intensity of the scene. He has also employed a unique compositional technique here, where the reflection in the water is not just a mere mirror image but an integral part of the narrative, symbolizing duality of reality and illusion.