The Good Samaritan
by Giovanni Battista Piazzetta
Title
The Good Samaritan
Artist
Giovanni Battista Piazzetta
Medium
Painting - Painting
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A reclined, shirtless man appears to be in a state of unconsciousness or death, as another individual, dressed in period attire, examines or performs an action on his chest. Behind them, only the head of a horse is visible, suggesting the scene may take place outdoors or near a stable. The painting is done in a classical style, reminiscent of European artwork from centuries past, with dramatic use of shadow and light to emphasize the emotional intensity of the scene.
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August 1st, 2021
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