The Story
Samson Captured by the Philistines by Guercino (Giovanni Francesco Barbieri).
Gift of Mr.
and Mrs.
“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”
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Samson Captured by the Philistines
Guercino (Giovanni Francesco Barbieri)
Period
Baroque
Theme
Daily Life
Medium
Oil on canvas
Current Location
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
The Story
Samson Captured by the Philistines by Guercino (Giovanni Francesco Barbieri).
Gift of Mr.
and Mrs.
“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”
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A restrained palette and sculptural lighting create a solemn geometry. The wooden crate and letter anchor the narrative with journalistic precision.