Saint Paul of Thebes tempted by a demon, after Magnasco ca. 1720-30 Bartolommeo Gazalis Born around 227 in the Thebaid region of Egypt, Paul of Thebes is regarded as the first Christian hermit. Here he is shown partly naked, meditating on a cross, and seated outdoors, emphasizing his poverty and commitment to spiritual life. The skull in the lower left corner is a reminder of the transience of earthly existence. In the upper section, a demon in the guise of a sensuous woman attempts to distract him from his devotion. The saints elon-gated figure and the loose and dense style of etching reflect his familiarity with the prints of Giovanni Bene-detto CastiglioneGazalis made only two etchings, both based on designs by Magnasco. The only other known impression of this print is the Civica Raccolta Bertarelli in Milan.. Saint Paul of Thebes tempted by a demon, after Magnasco 688363

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Saint Paul of Thebes tempted by a demon, after Magnasco ca. 1720-30 Bartolommeo Gazalis Born around 227 in the Thebaid region of Egypt, Paul of Thebes is regarded as the first Christian hermit. Here he is shown partly naked, meditating on a cross, and seated outdoors, emphasizing his poverty and commitment to spiritual life. The skull in the lower left corner is a reminder of the transience of earthly existence. In the upper section, a demon in the guise of a sensuous woman attempts to distract him from his devotion. The saints elon-gated figure and the loose and dense style of etching reflect his familiarity with the prints of Giovanni Bene-detto CastiglioneGazalis made only two etchings, both based on designs by Magnasco. The only other known impression of this print is the Civica Raccolta Bertarelli in Milan.. Saint Paul of Thebes tempted by a demon, after Magnasco 688363

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