Zaccheus in the Tree

Lucio Massari

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Biblical narrative, dynamic composition.
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Oil on canvas
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Zaccheus in the Tree by Lucio Massari

"Zaccheus in the Tree" is an oil on canvas painting by the Italian artist Lucio Massari, whose exact date of creation remains unknown. Massari, a prominent figure of the Bolognese School, was a pupil of Ludovico Carracci and contributed significantly to the Baroque movement in Italy. The painting depicts the biblical story of Zaccheus, a tax collector who climbed a sycamore tree to see Jesus, capturing the moment with dynamic composition and expressive figures. Massari's work is noted for its vibrant use of color and dramatic lighting, characteristics that align with the Baroque style's emphasis on emotion and movement. This painting exemplifies Massari's ability to convey narrative through art, reflecting the religious and cultural themes prevalent during his time. His contributions to the Bolognese School helped shape the development of Baroque art in Italy, influencing subsequent generations of artists.

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Zaccheus in the Tree by Lucio Massari

The painting "Zaccheus in the Tree" by Lucio Massari, executed in oil on canvas, depicts the biblical story of Zaccheus, a tax collector, observing Jesus from a sycamore tree. Massari's work is characterized by its dynamic composition and use of chiaroscuro, typical of the Baroque period.

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Harvard Art Museum

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Zaccheus in the Tree