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The National Gallery is one of London's greatest art museums located in Trafalgar Square, London. Founded in 1824, it houses a collection of over 2,300 paintings dating from the mid-13th century to 1900.
The Last Caravaggio at The National Gallery
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Exhibition
Discover the latest exhibition at The National Gallery: 'The Last Caravaggio.' Delve into the final days of Caravaggio's life through his final creation.
Event Info
Date & Time
April 26 - June 21Sun - Thurs: 10 - 6, Fri: 10 - 9
Location
National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, London, UK
Tel: 020 7747 2885
Tickets & Prices
In May 1610, Caravaggio was in Naples working on what would be his last masterpiece.
Just two months later, he passed away under mysterious circumstances. Yet, it was during these tumultuous final years that Caravaggio created some of his most extraordinary works.
His signature style, characterised by tightly framed scenes and dramatic use of light and shadow, captivates audiences. Caravaggio often used real-life models with dirty feet and grimy fingernails.
A highlight of this exhibition is ‘The Martyrdom of Saint Ursula,’ Caravaggio's last-known painting, loaned from the Gallerie d’Italia in Naples. In London for the very first time, this painting portrays violence with unnerving closeness and offers a nuanced exploration of guilt and innocence. Within the artwork, Caravaggio's own self-portrait peers out, seemingly powerless.
Book your free ticket and immerse yourself in this extraordinary exhibition at The National Gallery.
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