Apotheosis of St Ignatius c. 1685

Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "Apotheosis of St Ignatius c. 1685", originally brought to life by the talented Baciccio II. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to Baciccio II and his artistic vision.

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"The Apotheosis of St. Ignatius" is a monumental fresco by the Italian Baroque artist Giovanni Battista Gaulli, commonly known as Il Baciccio or Baciccio II. Painted circa 1685, this work is a quintessential example of Baroque ceiling painting, celebrated for its dramatic use of perspective and illusionistic effects. The fresco is located in the Church of the Gesù, the mother church of the Society of Jesus in Rome, and serves as a tribute to the founder of the Jesuits, St. Ignatius of Loyola.

Spanning the nave's vault, Baciccio's masterpiece is a tour de force of trompe-l'œil, blending architecture, painting, and sculpture to create a seemingly three-dimensional vision of heaven. The composition depicts St. Ignatius being welcomed into the celestial realm, surrounded by allegorical figures representing the virtues and missions of the Jesuit order. The saint is shown in a burst of divine light, ascending towards Christ, who awaits him with open arms.

Baciccio's work is notable for its dynamic arrangement of figures and the use of di sotto in sù (from below, upward) perspective, which invites viewers to experience the scene as if they are looking up into the heavens. The fresco's color palette, rich in blues and golds, enhances the ethereal quality of the scene, while the inclusion of lifelike portraits of contemporary figures within the heavenly host bridges the gap between the earthly and the divine.

The "Apotheosis of St. Ignatius" is not only a significant religious and artistic statement but also a reflection of the Counter-Reformation's emphasis on the didactic and emotional power of art. Baciccio's fresco remains a celebrated example of Baroque art's ability to engage viewers and inspire religious devotion through its visual splendor and technical virtuosity.

When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.

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