Conversion of Saul

1540 · Fondazione Querini Stampalia, Venice

religious

Tortured contortions after the style of Parmigianino and the sophisticated elaboration of narrative and atmosphere combine to dull Saul's illumination on the road to Damascus in the dusty tones of the earth-laden wind.

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About the Artist

Andrea Schiavone

1510 – 1563

Italian painter and etcher (original name Andrea Meldolla). His nickname "Schiavone" means Slav, reflecting the fact that he came from Zara, Dalmatia (then under Venetian jurisdiction). He worked mainly in Venice, where he was on friendly terms with Titian (who along with Parmigianino was one of the main influences on his style). His most characteristic works were small-scale religious or mythological scenes for private patrons in a vigorous, painterly style.

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