1159 - 17th-Century Italian/Florentine School - Allegory of Charity

17th-Century Italian/Florentine School - Allegory of Charity Oil on canvas. This work from the 17th-century Italian/Florentine School depicts an allegory of Charity, a theme deeply rooted in Christian iconography. The central figure, symbolizing Charity, tenderly cradles a naked child while holding two others on her lap and around her, conveying a sense of protection and maternal devotion. The use of color, with a warm and vibrant palette, combined with the soft rendering of the figures, evokes the influence of the Bolognese style of the Carracci and the Florentine artistic traditions of that period. The folds of the clothing, the careful rendering of the facial expressions, and the contrast between the central light and the darker background reveal a technical mastery that blends the earthly and the divine. This composition highlights the tenderness and spirituality characteristic of this artistic genre. Dimensions: 90 x 123 cm. Located in an international warehouse. Due to its age and history of use, this lot may show signs of wear and previous interventions. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, no specialized technical testing has been performed. The absence of any mention of restorations does not guarantee that none exist. You may request additional information before placing a bid. This does not affect the buyer’s statutory rights.