Saint Francis of Assisi

Gabriele Finaldi, Joost Joustra, Susanna Avery-Quash , Ayla Lepine

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National Gallery Company Ltd
17 August 2023

Exhibition catalogues & specific collections; Religious subjects depicted in art; Christianity; Christian leaders & leadership

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

By: Gabriele Finaldi, Joost Joustra
Contributions by: Susanna Avery-Quash, Ayla Lepine, Laura Llewellyn
Imprint: National Gallery Company Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 219mm, Width: 219mm,
ISBN: 9781857096934
ISBN 10: 1857096932
Pages: 182
Publication Date: 17 August 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

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.