Ecstasy of St. Cecilia (Estasi di santa Cecilia)

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"Ecstasy of St. Cecilia" (Italian: "Estasi di santa Cecilia") is a Baroque painting by the Italian artist Bernardo Cavallino, believed to have been created in the mid-17th century, although the exact date of its completion remains uncertain. Cavallino, known for his work in the Neapolitan school of painting, was celebrated for his intimate and often emotionally charged religious scenes, which frequently featured female saints.

The painting depicts St. Cecilia, the patroness of musicians, in a moment of divine rapture. According to Christian tradition, St. Cecilia was a Roman martyr who is often associated with heavenly music. Cavallino's portrayal of the saint is characterized by a dramatic use of chiaroscuro and a soft, almost ethereal rendering of form, which were hallmarks of his mature style. St. Cecilia is shown with her eyes turned heavenward, her expression one of ecstatic contemplation, as if she is listening to celestial music. The work is noted for its delicate color palette and the tender, yet intense, spirituality conveyed through the saint's visage.

"Ecstasy of St. Cecilia" is considered an important example of Cavallino's oeuvre and of Baroque religious art. It reflects the period's interest in depicting mystical experiences and the inner life of saints, as well as the Counter-Reformation's emphasis on personal piety and the emotional involvement of the viewer. The painting's whereabouts have been the subject of scholarly interest, and its provenance has been traced through various private and public collections.

As with many of Cavallino's works, the "Ecstasy of St. Cecilia" showcases the influence of other prominent artists of the time, such as Caravaggio and Artemisia Gentileschi, while also highlighting Cavallino's unique sensitivity to the interplay of light and shadow. The painting remains an important piece for the study of 17th-century Italian art and continues to be admired for its beauty and spiritual depth.

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