Baroque art in Italy

Dramatic lighting, movement, art that activate the viewer's space.

1600 - 1700

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Sirani primarily celebrates Portia as a courageous heroine, but also pays homage to the work’s intended owner

Did Peter sit here? Dizzying but unified, light and gold glorify this sacred place.

Gentileschi's Mary Magdalene chooses between a spiritual and worldly path.

The altar tabernacle of the Pauline Chapel at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome repackages a medieval icon and turns it into a dazzling Baroque trophy.

Created at a dramatic moment in European history, this explosive ceiling fresco celebrates the triumph of Jesus.

Artemisia Gentileschi's image of Judith and her maidservant powerfully showcases the artist's ability to create a dramatic moment

Restoration of ancient sculptures was a big business in 17th-century Rome.

That hoof, that sword—everything is so close! This chapel gives us a privileged view of a private conversion.

Pozzo’s fresco reaffirms the authority of the Catholic Church and hails its expansion across four continents.

Lord, where are you going? As Peter recoils in astonishment, a muscular Jesus points the way to Rome.

Pluto hoists up Proserpina. She resists, pushing him away. Their desires clash, creating a dynamic composition.

She’s a monster, but in this poignant marble bust, Medusa becomes a victim of her own plight.

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