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A Masterpiece of the Italian Renaissance

Discover one of Caravaggio's most admired altarpieces, The Entombment of Christ, a true masterpiece of the Italian Renaissance. Commissioned in 1603-1604 for the second chapel on the right in Santa Maria in Vallicella (the Chiesa Nuova), this painting is now part of the Vatican's collection.

A Visual Counterpart to the Mass

The Entombment of Christ is a visual counterpart to the Mass, with the priest raising the newly consecrated host and the painting depicting the mourners and cadaver-bearers descending to the limp, dead Christ. This powerful representation of the counter-reformation movement is not a moment of despair but a message of hope.

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Caravaggio's Legacy

The Entombment of Christ is just one example of Caravaggio's innovative and emotional style. His work had a profound impact on the Baroque period and continues to inspire artists today. At Wikioo.org, we offer a wide range of Caravaggio reproductions, allowing you to enjoy his legacy in your own home.

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