Guercino's Female Biblical Figures Explored in New Exhibition
An unnamed museum is hosting a new exhibition dedicated to Giovanni Francesco Barbieri, commonly referred to as Il Guercino (Cento, 1591–Bologna, 1666), a prominent artist of the northern Italian Baroque movement. The centerpiece of the exhibition is his renowned work, Christ and the Woman of Samaria at the Well (circa 1640–41), sourced from the Thyssen-Bornemisza collection. Additionally, five other paintings from the Museo Nacional del Prado, Dulwich Picture Gallery in London, and Musée des Beaux-Arts in Strasbourg explore Guercino's portrayal of women in biblical stories. These pieces showcase his storytelling ability, expressive gestures, and artistic development.
Key facts
- Exhibition focuses on Il Guercino's depiction of women in biblical narratives.
- Centered on Christ and the Woman of Samaria at the Well (ca. 1640–41) from Thyssen-Bornemisza collection.
- Includes five additional paintings from Museo Nacional del Prado, Dulwich Picture Gallery, and Musée des Beaux-Arts in Strasbourg.
- Guercino was a prominent northern Italian Baroque painter (1591–1666).
- Exhibition analyzes his narrative skill, gestural language, and stylistic evolution.
Entities
Artists
- Giovanni Francesco Barbieri (Il Guercino)
Institutions
- Thyssen-Bornemisza collection
- Museo Nacional del Prado
- Dulwich Picture Gallery
- Musée des Beaux-Arts in Strasbourg
Locations
- Cento
- Bologna
- London
- Strasbourg