The Miracle of St Mark Freeing the Slave 1548

Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "The Miracle of St Mark Freeing the Slave 1548", originally brought to life by the talented Jacopo Tintoretto (Robusti). 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 Jacopo Tintoretto (Robusti) and his artistic vision.

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"The Miracle of St. Mark Freeing the Slave" is a renowned painting by the Venetian artist Jacopo Tintoretto, also known as Jacopo Robusti, completed in 1548. This masterpiece is celebrated for its dynamic composition, dramatic use of light, and powerful storytelling, all of which exemplify Tintoretto's innovative approach to Mannerist painting. The work was commissioned for the Scuola Grande di San Marco in Venice, a confraternity dedicated to the patron saint of the city, St. Mark.

The painting depicts a miraculous event from the life of St. Mark, in which the saint intervenes to save a Christian slave from torture and execution. According to the Golden Legend, a collection of hagiographies, the slave's master, a Venetian merchant, had been angered by the slave's veneration of St. Mark's relics and ordered that he be punished by having his eyes gouged out. As the executioner raised his hammer to carry out the sentence, St. Mark descended from the heavens and shattered the instruments of torture, thereby freeing the slave and converting onlookers to Christianity.

Measuring approximately 416 cm × 544 cm, Tintoretto's canvas is a large-scale work that captures the moment of divine intervention with a sense of immediacy and movement. The artist's use of perspective and foreshortening draws the viewer into the scene, while his handling of light and shadow creates a theatrical effect that heightens the emotional impact of the narrative. The composition is characterized by a diagonal axis that leads the eye from the upper left, where St. Mark descends in a burst of celestial light, to the lower right, where the awestruck crowd witnesses the miracle.

"The Miracle of St. Mark Freeing the Slave" is considered one of Tintoretto's early masterpieces and a pivotal work in the development of Venetian painting. It showcases the artist's ability to blend the spiritual with the dramatic, and to convey complex religious themes through the power of visual storytelling. Today, the painting is housed in the Gallerie dell'Accademia in Venice, where it continues to be admired for its artistic and historical significance.

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.

We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.