Leo X by Raphael
Oil on Panel 60.6 x 46.9 in
1518 - 1519
Galleria degli Uffizi
This painting came to my attention while I was reading an interesting article by the outrageously liberal Camille Paglia. And in light of my comments about art opening doors (good for teaching purposes), I'm posting this artwork because I remember the intrigue, but I didnt know Raphael was commenting on it.
Paglia pins Leo for dividing Christianity. His ego would have appreciated that. But I'm not sure he deserves that much credit.
If you'd shown me this painting, I wouldnt have recognized the Pope.
Not sure I would recognize the current one either, except for his garb and entourage.
But I am trying to pick familiar faces out of this recent painting by three Chinese artists. See Shirley Temple?
How many do you recognize?
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