Caravaggio - paintings of armor and edged weapons 1590s-1610

shayde78 · 24th August 2020, 05:09 PM

The Calling of St. Mathew; c. 1599/1600

I can't believe I forgot this. THIS is the image that my Art History professor used to introduce us to Caravaggio's work, and therefore, forms the basis of my introduction to his style.

A simple rapier is seen hanging from the belt of the one figure. As I have often wondered how one sat with a 3+ foot blade suspended from your waist, this scene, at the least, demonstrates the utility of benches, stools, and other seating options without backs.

24th August 2020, 05:09 PM	#14
shayde78 Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Posts: 443	The Calling of St. Mathew; c. 1599/1600 The Calling of St. Mathew; c. 1599/1600 I can't believe I forgot this. THIS is the image that my Art History professor used to introduce us to Caravaggio's work, and therefore, forms the basis of my introduction to his style. A simple rapier is seen hanging from the belt of the one figure. As I have often wondered how one sat with a 3+ foot blade suspended from your waist, this scene, at the least, demonstrates the utility of benches, stools, and other seating options without backs. Attached Images