Statements (54)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:painting
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:The_Virgin_and_Child_with_St._Matthew
|
| gptkbp:art_style |
gptkb:statue
naturalism dynamic composition dramatic realism considered a masterpiece various interpretations by art critics reflects the values of its time recognized as a turning point in art history Matthew's reaction to Jesus emphasis on realism and emotion figures in dramatic poses use of perspective to draw viewer in use of triangular composition |
| gptkbp:artist |
gptkb:Caravaggio
attention to facial expressions |
| gptkbp:artistic_influence |
inspired modern interpretations
redefined religious painting remains a subject of analysis and admiration. |
| gptkbp:artistic_legacy |
influenced future religious artworks
influential in Western art history |
| gptkbp:characteristics |
dramatic lighting
|
| gptkbp:color |
dark tones and bright highlights
|
| gptkbp:commissioned |
gptkb:Cardinal_Matteo_Contarelli
|
| gptkbp:completed |
1600
|
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
widely studied in art history
|
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
depicts a moment of divine intervention
|
| gptkbp:depicts |
Jesus calling Matthew
|
| gptkbp:dimensions |
322 cm × 340 cm
|
| gptkbp:exhibited_at |
gptkb:San_Luigi_dei_Francesi
|
| gptkbp:historical_context |
gptkb:Counter-Reformation
|
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
pivotal work in Baroque art
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Calling of St. Matthew
|
| gptkbp:influence |
Italian Baroque art
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
later Baroque artists
|
| gptkbp:innovation |
combination of sacred and secular themes
|
| gptkbp:inspiration |
Caravaggio's life experiences
|
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
gptkb:Gospel_of_Matthew
|
| gptkbp:location |
Contarelli Chapel, San Luigi dei Francesi
|
| gptkbp:medium |
gptkb:oil_on_canvas
|
| gptkbp:movement |
gptkb:Baroque
|
| gptkbp:narrative_style |
story of Matthew's calling
|
| gptkbp:notable_feature |
use of everyday characters
|
| gptkbp:style |
realism
|
| gptkbp:subject |
Biblical scene
|
| gptkbp:symbolism |
light as divine presence
Matthew's conversion |
| gptkbp:technique |
chiaroscuro
|
| gptkbp:themes |
faith and redemption
dramatic and contemplative |
| gptkbp:visual_effects |
contrast between light and shadow
|
| gptkbp:year_created |
1599
|