A painting once destined for a bargain-bin price is now rightfully celebrated as a Caravaggio masterpiece. Discovered in 2021, ‘Ecce Homo’ has undergone rigorous analysis to reveal its true origins. This work of art, believed to have been part of Philip IV of Spain’s collection, is a testament to the painter’s genius and the enduring power of his art.
Caravaggio, the enigmatic and revolutionary painter of the Baroque era, left a lasting impact on the art world with his innovative use of chiaroscuro, creating unparalleled depth and drama in his paintings. Yet, his life was as tumultuous as his art. With a penchant for violence and questionable associations, Caravaggio’s volatile nature often led him into conflict with the law. His involvement in a fatal duel in 1606 forced him into exile, marking the decline of his illustrious career. Caravaggio’s enigmatic death in 1610 remains shrouded in mystery, adding to the allure of his tragic and extraordinary life, which remains forever etched in the annals of art history.
