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Saint Francis of Assisi
Come face-to-face with one of history鈥檚 most inspirational and revered figures in the first major UK art exhibition to explore Saint Francis of Assisi鈥檚 life and legacy.
Presenting the art and imagery of Saint Francis (1182鈥�1226) from the 13th century to today, this exhibition looks at why this saint is a figure of enormous relevance to our time due to his spiritual radicalism, commitment to the poor, and love of God and nature, as well as his powerful appeals for peace, and openness to dialogue with other religions.
From some of the earliest medieval panels, relics and manuscripts to modern-day films and a Marvel comic, the exhibition shines a light on how Saint Francis has captured the imagination of artists through the centuries, and how his appeal has transcended generations, continents and different religious traditions.
It brings together paintings from the National Gallery Collection by Sassetta, Botticelli, and 窜耻谤产补谤谩苍 with international loans including works by Caravaggio, Josefa de 脫bidos, Stanley Spencer, Antony Gormley, Giuseppe Penone, Andrea B眉ttner, and an exciting new commission from Richard Long.
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Come face-to-face with one of history鈥檚 most inspirational and revered figures in the first major UK art exhibition to explore Saint Francis of Assisi鈥檚 life and legacy.
Presenting the art and imagery of Saint Francis (1182鈥�1226) from the 13th century to today, this exhibition looks at why this saint is a figure of enormous relevance to our time due to his spiritual radicalism, commitment to the poor, and love of God and nature, as well as his powerful appeals for peace, and openness to dialogue with other religions.
From some of the earliest medieval panels, relics and manuscripts to modern-day films and a Marvel comic, the exhibition shines a light on how Saint Francis has captured the imagination of artists through the centuries, and how his appeal has transcended generations, continents and different religious traditions.
It brings together paintings from the National Gallery Collection by Sassetta, Botticelli, and 窜耻谤产补谤谩苍 with international loans including works by Caravaggio, Josefa de 脫bidos, Stanley Spencer, Antony Gormley, Giuseppe Penone, Andrea B眉ttner, and an exciting new commission from Richard Long.
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