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Francesco Solimena Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Francesco Solimena our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Francesco Solimena · 1657 – 1747

Expulsion of Heliodorus from the Temple

1725 · The Louvre, Paris · original 150 x 200 cm

Francesco Solimena’s dramatic ‘Expulsion of Heliodorus’ depicts a pivotal biblical scene with angels and humans amidst opulent architecture. A masterpiece of Baroque grandeur, showcasing light, shadow & divine intervention.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Diana and Endymion

1710 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 2328 x 1790 cm

Francesco Solimena’s ‘Diana and Endymion,’ painted in 1710, showcases a dramatic narrative of Greek mythology. Featuring nude figures engaged in conversation amidst horses, dogs, and birds, this opulent fresco exemplifies Baroque grandeur and artistic innovation.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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The Meeting of Pope Leo and Attila

Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan · original 43 x 75 cm

Experience the dramatic Baroque grandeur of Solimena's The Meeting of Pope Leo and Attila; own this masterpiece reproduction capturing historical intensity.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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St John the Baptist

Museo del Prado, Madrid · original 83 x 70 cm

Marvel at Francesco Solimena’s ‘St John the Baptist’! A Baroque masterpiece showcasing dramatic chiaroscuro & intense emotion. Explore this 18th-century oil painting's symbolism & beauty.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Memento Mori

Biennale Internazionale dell'Antiquariato di Firenze, Florence

Explore Francesco Solimena’s ‘Memento Mori,’ a Baroque still life masterpiece featuring rich detail & symbolic depth. Discover Naples' artistic legacy in this captivating oil painting.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Dido Receiving Aeneas and Cupid Disguised as Ascanius

1720 · National Gallery, London · original 207 x 310 cm

Experience Francesco Solimena's 'Dido Receiving Aeneas & Cupid'! This dramatic Baroque masterpiece depicts a pivotal Roman love story, showcasing stunning artistry and rich detail.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Rebecca and Eleazer

1710 · Gallerie dell'Accademia di Venezia, Venice · original 202 x 150 cm

Francesco Solimena's 'Rebecca and Eleazer,' painted circa 1710, showcases biblical figures bathed in dramatic light—a masterpiece of Baroque grandeur reflecting Neapolitan artistic tradition.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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The Martyrdom of Sts Placidus and Flavia

1697 · Szépművészeti Múzeum, Budapest · original 75 x 133 cm

Experience the dramatic fervor of Solimena's Baroque masterpiece, The Martyrdom of Sts Placidus and Flavia; own a piece of Neapolitan history.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Same size as the original$440133 × 75 cm Commission at original size

Judith with the Head of Holofernes

1728 · Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna · original 105 x 130 cm

Experience Francesco Solimena's dramatic 'Judith with the Head of Holofernes' (1728). A Baroque masterpiece depicting a pivotal biblical moment, showcasing intense emotion and artistic mastery.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Aeneas and Dido

1739 · Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Witness the grandeur of Baroque art with Francesco Solimena's 'Aeneas and Dido,' capturing a poignant moment from Virgil’s epic poem – explore its intricate details and vibrant colors.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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The Massacre of the Giustiniani at Chios

Museo di Capodimonte, Naples · original 275 x 163 cm

Francesco Solimena’s Baroque masterpiece captures the brutal siege of Chios with dramatic tenebrism and masterful perspective—a visceral portrayal of courage amidst overwhelming Ottoman forces. Explore this monumental canvas and immerse yourself in the grandeur of Neapolitan art.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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The Deposition

1729 · Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna · original 398.0 x 223.0cm

This dramatic Baroque painting by Francesco Solimena captures the sorrowful descent of Christ. Explore this masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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The Birth of the Virgin

1690 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 204.5 x 170.8cm

This dramatic Neapolitan Baroque oil painting by Francesco Solimena depicts a sacred birth. Explore this masterpiece of light and shadow today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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San Joaquin, Santa Ana and the Virgin Mary

1747 · Biblioteca Museu Víctor Balaguer, Viladecans

A profound religious scene featuring the Virgin Mary with Saint Joachim and Saint Anne by Neapolitan Baroque master Francesco Solimena, offering a timeless spiritual elegance for your private collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Portrait of a Girl

1700 · Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago

This Baroque portrait of a young woman by Francesco Solimena captures a warm, intimate mood. Discover the beauty of this timeless masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Boreas is robbing Orethyia

Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna · original 114.0 x 86.5cm

This dramatic Baroque oil painting by Francesco Solimena captures a mythic abduction. Discover the power of this masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Emperor Charles VI and Gundacker, Count Althann

1728 · Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna · original 309.0 x 284.0cm

This Baroque portrait by Francesco Solimena shows Emperor Charles VI in ceremonial armor. Shop this grand masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Adam and Eve in Paradise

1700 · Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago

This dramatic Baroque scene by Francesco Solimena captures the Fall in Eden. Explore this masterpiece and bring its grandeur home today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Aurora Taking Leave of Tithonus

1704 · J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

This dramatic Baroque oil painting by Francesco Solimena captures a mythological farewell. Shop this stunning reproduction today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Death of Messalina

1704 · J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Painting of Mary Magdalene

1700 · Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Taranto, Tarente · original 80 x 60 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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The Miracle of the Bronze Serpent

Girona Art Museum, Girona · original 176 x 211 cm

A dramatic Baroque depiction of Moses holding the bronze serpent, this powerful masterpiece by Francesco Solimena captures a moment of divine reverence that invites you to explore its profound religious history.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 22 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Jacopo Butera

1695 · Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Bathsheba Bathing

1725 · Residenzgalerie, Salzburg · original 103 x 129 cm

Francesco Solimena’s "Bathsheba Bathing" captures a dramatic Baroque scene of the biblical figure in a captivating nude portrait, showcasing the artist's mastery and Neapolitan grandeur. Discover this exquisite 18th-century masterpiece and bring timeless beauty into your space.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 24 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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Venus at the Forge of Vulcan

1704 · J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles · original 205.42 x 153.67cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 25 of 96 artworks by Francesco Solimena
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The artist

Francesco Solimena

1657 – 1747

Quick facts

Color intensitymonochromatic, balanced
Vibedramatic
Topics exploredreligious, saints, baroque, clouds, woman
Typical colorsespresso
Creative periodsmature period, late baroque
Room fitliving room
Works on APS96
Art periodEarly Modern

Biography

A Neapolitan Master of Baroque Grandeur

Francesco Solimena, born in the small Italian town of Canale di Serino near Avellino in 1657, emerged as one of the most significant figures in Neapolitan painting during the late Baroque period. His artistic journey began within a family already steeped in artistic tradition; his father, Angelo Solimena, served as his initial instructor, collaborating with him on early projects like the Paradise fresco for the cathedral of Nocera. This foundational experience instilled in young Francesco a deep appreciation for technique and composition. He further refined his skills under the tutelage of Francesco di Maria and Giacomo del Po, absorbing diverse influences that would ultimately shape his distinctive style. The patronage of Cardinal Vincenzo Orsini proved pivotal, providing encouragement and opportunities that allowed Solimena to establish himself as an independent artist by the 1680s, undertaking increasingly ambitious fresco commissions.

Forging a Style: Echoes of Rome in Neapolitan Splendor

Solimena’s artistic voice is immediately recognizable through its warm, brownish shadowing and dramatic use of light – qualities deeply indebted to the Roman Baroque masters Luca Giordano and Giovanni Lanfranco. However, he didn't merely imitate; instead, he synthesized these influences into a uniquely Neapolitan aesthetic. The hallmarks of his work include dynamic compositions brimming with emotional intensity, reflecting the Baroque period’s penchant for grandeur and theatricality. He possessed an exceptional ability to capture movement and drama within his scenes, drawing viewers into narratives both sacred and mythological. From the 1690s onward, Solimena's studio became a dominant force in Naples, shaping the artistic landscape of the city for decades. His workshop was remarkably productive, churning out altarpieces, frescoes, and canvases that adorned churches and palaces throughout the region. A key characteristic of his compositional approach involved suggesting settings with minimal detail, strategically directing attention towards the figures themselves and their elaborately rendered draperies – often illuminated by carefully placed light sources to heighten their impact.

A Prolific Output: Frescoes, Altarpieces, and Mythological Visions

Francesco Solimena was an extraordinarily prolific artist, leaving behind a vast body of work encompassing a wide range of subjects and formats. He excelled in large-scale fresco cycles, transforming the interiors of Neapolitan churches and palaces into vibrant displays of religious fervor and aristocratic splendor. His altarpieces are particularly noteworthy for their ability to convey complex theological narratives with both emotional depth and technical brilliance. Beyond his religious works, Solimena also demonstrated a mastery of mythological scenes, imbuing classical tales with dramatic energy and sensuous beauty. Among his most celebrated pieces is the *Allegory of Rule*, currently housed in the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg – a testament to his skill in allegorical representation and sophisticated composition. His depictions of weddings and courtly events further showcase his versatility, capturing the elegance and opulence of Neapolitan society. Works like “St John the Baptist” and “The Assumption and Coronation of the Virgin” exemplify his mastery of chiaroscuro and dynamic compositions.

Legacy and Influence: A School of Neapolitan Painting

Solimena’s impact extended far beyond his own artistic creations. His large, well-organized atelier functioned as a veritable academy, playing a crucial role in the cultural life of Naples. He trained numerous pupils who went on to become prominent artists in their own right, solidifying his position as a central figure in 18th-century Italian art. Notable among his students were Francesco de Mura, Giuseppe Bonito, Pietro Capelli, and Corrado Giaquinto – each contributing significantly to the evolution of Neapolitan painting. Solimena’s success wasn't limited to artistic recognition; he achieved considerable financial prosperity during his lifetime, being bestowed with the title of baron and living a life commensurate with his fame. He passed away in 1747 at Barra, near Naples, leaving behind an enduring legacy that continues to be celebrated through exhibitions, scholarly studies, and reproductions available today. He stands as one of the most important figures in Neapolitan Baroque painting, successfully synthesizing Roman influences with local traditions to create a distinctive style that defined artistic production in Naples for generations. His works remain admired for their dramatic flair, technical mastery, and enduring beauty – a testament to his genius and lasting contribution to art history.

Questions & Answers

Where can I see the color profile of Francesco Solimena's work?

The color profile of Francesco Solimena's work is shown on the artist's Palette Genome page.

How did Francesco Solimena's art evolve over time?

Francesco Solimena's career unfolds period by period on the artist's Chronicle page: a horizontal timeline of the artworks, grouped into career-period chapters.

What other names is Francesco Solimena known by?

Francesco Solimena appears under the alternate names Ciccio Solimeno, Francesco Soiminia, Ciccio Solimena, Francesco Solimana, Signor Abbate Ciccio Solimeno.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026

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