Saint Francis of Assisi

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By Gabriele Finaldi and Joost Joustra

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Saint Francis of Assisi explores the life, imagery and enduring influence of Saint Francis (1182–1226). Featuring key historic paintings by Giotto, Sassetta, Caravaggio, Zurbarán and El Greco, the book traces the saint’s transformation from a local figure in Umbria to a global artistic and cultural phenomenon. It highlights his commitment to the poor, peace advocacy, interfaith dialogue and proto-environmentalism, ideas that reshaped the Church and society. Spanning seven centuries, the book includes works from early relics to contemporary artists such as Antony Gormley, Giuseppe Penone and Richard Long, demonstrating the saint’s ongoing modern relevance.
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This book will appeal to readers interested in religious history, art history, and cultural studies, especially those drawn to the intersection of faith and visual art across centuries. It is ideal for visitors of the National Gallery exhibition and anyone fascinated by the legacy of Saint Francis in global culture.

Exploring the life, imagery and lasting appeal of Saint Francis of Assisi (1182-1226), this landmark book features a core of important historic paintings representing the saint by Giotto, Sassetta, Caravaggio, Zurbaran and El Greco.

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Exploring the life, imagery and lasting appeal of Saint Francis of Assisi (1182–1226), this landmark book features a core of important historic paintings representing the saint by Giotto, Sassetta, Caravaggio, Zurbarán, and El Greco. From his native Umbria, Saint Francis’s image spread rapidly to become a global phenomenon and a continuous source of artistic fascination. His commitment to the poor, powerful appeals for peace, openness to dialogue with other religions and embryonic environmentalism radically impacted the Church and society of his time, and still hold great interest today.

Spanning seven centuries and ranging from the earliest, relic-like objects to contemporary art in a variety of media, including works by Antony Gormley, Giuseppe Penone and a new commission from Richard Long, Saint Francis of Assisi reflects on the lasting legacy of Saint Francis – an inherently modern figure who retains a universal appeal.

Published by National Gallery Global/Distributed by Yale University Press

Exhibition Schedule:
The National Gallery, London, 6 May–30 July 2023

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781857096934

Publisher: National Gallery Company Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 09 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: National Gallery Company Ltd

Illustration: 80 color illus. + 1 gatefold

Contributors:

Contributions by Jennifer Sliwka
Contributions by Susanna Avery-Quash
Contributions by Ayla Lepine
Contributions by Laura Llewellyn
Contributions by Daniel Ralston
Contributions by André Vauchez
Contributions by Daniel Ralston

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 219.0mm

Height: 219.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 182

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Arts & Culture Gabriele Finaldi Joost Joustra Non-Fiction Religion & Spirituality

About the Author

Gabriele Finaldi is director of the National Gallery, London.
Joost Joustra is the Howard and Roberta Ahmanson Research Curator at the National Gallery, London.
André Vauchez is the leading authority on Saint Francis and author of his contemporary biography.

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