{"title":"Mattia Preti","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"pilate-washing-his-hands-mattia-preti","title":"Pilate Washing His Hands - Mattia Preti","description":"\u003cp\u003eMattia Preti's \"Pilate Washing His Hands\" is a dramatic Baroque masterpiece depicting a pivotal biblical scene. This fine art print brings historical depth and classical grandeur to any space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eMattia Preti's dramatic \"Pilate Washing His Hands\" captures a pivotal moment from the New Testament. The Baroque master, known for his tenebrism and dynamic compositions, depicts Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor, symbolically cleansing himself of responsibility for the fate of Jesus Christ. The scene is rendered with a theatrical flair, typical of the Baroque period, with strong contrasts of light and shadow that heighten the emotional intensity. Pilate, adorned in rich garments, is attended by servants, one of whom pours water over his hands. In the background, the crowd and the figure of Christ being led away are visible, underscoring the gravity of the decision being made. The painting's composition draws the viewer's eye to Pilate's face, capturing his conflicted expression. As a fine art print, this work brings a sense of historical depth and dramatic flair to any space. Its rich colours and dynamic composition make it a striking focal point, ideal for adding a touch of classical grandeur to a living room, study, or hallway. The painting's themes of justice, morality, and power continue to resonate, making it a thought-provoking addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-martin-ryckaert-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Martin Ryckaert - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/mattia-preti\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMattia Preti prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mattia Preti","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":56994931704143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":56994931769679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":56994931802447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":56994931900751,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":56994931933519,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":56994931966287,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":56994932031823,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":56994932064591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":56994932097359,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":56994932130127,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":56994932195663,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":56994932228431,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":56994932293967,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":56994932326735,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":56994932392271,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":56994932425039,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":56994932490575,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/file_832c1fc9-43d3-4645-bddb-4dd2df0ffd97.jpg?v=1770633978"},{"product_id":"the-martyrdom-of-saint-peter-mattia-preti","title":"The Martyrdom of Saint Peter - Mattia Preti","description":"\u003cp\u003eMattia Preti's 'The Martyrdom of Saint Peter' depicts the crucifixion of Saint Peter with dramatic use of light and shadow, typical of the Italian Baroque style.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMattia Preti (1613-1699) was an Italian Baroque artist who spent much of his career in Southern Italy and Malta. He is known for his dramatic use of light and shadow, a style influenced by Caravaggio. Preti's works often depict religious or historical subjects, characterised by dynamic compositions and expressive figures. His paintings are found in many European museums, as well as churches and collections in Malta. 'The Martyrdom of Saint Peter' captures the moment of Saint Peter's crucifixion. The scene is dominated by the saint's pale, contorted body, elevated on the cross. Two figures strain to hoist the cross upright, their faces etched with effort. The composition is arranged diagonally, enhancing the sense of movement and drama. The colour palette is subdued, with browns and creams punctuated by the stark white of Peter's skin. The background is dark and indistinct, focusing attention on the central figures and the unfolding tragedy. The painting exemplifies Preti's mastery of chiaroscuro, using light and shadow to create a powerful emotional impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mattia Preti","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57737036071247,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57737036923215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57737036955983,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Martyrdom-of-Saint-Peter_Poster_CompositorV1_1779239524715.jpg?v=1779241569"},{"product_id":"saint-john-the-baptist-preaching-mattia-preti","title":"Saint John the Baptist Preaching - Mattia Preti","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis oil on canvas painting by Mattia Preti depicts Saint John the Baptist in a dramatic pose, preaching with a lamb at his feet. The work exemplifies Preti's Baroque style, with its use of chiaroscuro and expressive figures.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMattia Preti (1613-1699) was an Italian Baroque artist who spent much of his career in southern Italy and Malta. Known for his dramatic use of light and shadow, Preti's paintings often depict religious and historical subjects. He combined influences from Caravaggio and the Venetian school, developing a distinctive style characterised by dynamic compositions and expressive figures. His work played a significant role in shaping the artistic environment of Naples and Malta. In 'Saint John the Baptist Preaching', Preti presents the saint as a muscular, semi-nude figure seated on a rocky outcrop. John gestures emphatically with one hand raised, while the other rests on his chest. A lamb, a traditional symbol of John the Baptist, lies at his feet. The composition uses chiaroscuro, with strong contrasts between light and dark areas, to create a sense of drama and draw attention to the saint's figure. The background is a dark, undefined space, further emphasising the central figure and the intensity of his message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mattia Preti","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57737040691535,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57737041477967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57737041510735,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Saint-John-the-Baptist-Preaching_Poster_CompositorV1_1779240124694.jpg?v=1779242301"},{"product_id":"the-incredulity-of-saint-thomas-mattia-preti","title":"The Incredulity of Saint Thomas - Mattia Preti","description":"\u003cp\u003eMattia Preti's 'The Incredulity of Saint Thomas' captures the dramatic biblical scene with dynamic composition and expressive figures, rendered in warm, earthy tones and stark contrasts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMattia Preti (1613-1699) was an Italian Baroque artist who spent much of his career in Southern Italy and Malta. He is known for his dramatic use of light and shadow, a style influenced by Caravaggio. Preti's works often depict religious and historical subjects, characterised by dynamic compositions and expressive figures. 'The Incredulity of Saint Thomas' portrays the biblical scene where the Apostle Thomas doubts the resurrection of Christ until he can physically touch his wounds. The painting is composed with a strong diagonal emphasis, drawing the viewer's eye from the lower left to the upper right. Christ stands with an open wound, inviting Thomas to examine it. The surrounding figures, presumably the other apostles, are rendered with varied expressions of awe and curiosity. The colour palette is dominated by warm, earthy tones, with stark contrasts between light and shadow that heighten the drama of the scene. The figures are muscular and realistically rendered, typical of Preti's style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mattia Preti","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57737041543503,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57737042526543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57737042559311,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Incredulity-of-Saint-Thomas_Poster_CompositorV1_1779240244711.jpg?v=1779242423"},{"product_id":"christ-in-glory-mattia-preti","title":"Christ in Glory - Mattia Preti","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dramatic Baroque composition by Mattia Preti, featuring Christ in glory surrounded by saints, rendered with characteristic tenebrism and emotional intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMattia Preti, known as Il Cavalier Calabrese, produced this composition during his mature period. The work displays the dramatic lighting and theatrical staging characteristic of the Italian Baroque. Christ occupies the upper register, suspended in a golden, ethereal light, while a gathering of saints and figures in prayer occupies the lower portion of the canvas. The contrast between the celestial realm and the earthly figures creates a sense of movement and spiritual weight.\n\nPreti employs a technique of tenebrism, where deep shadows define the forms of the saints, allowing the illuminated figures to emerge with physical presence. The composition is organised around a diagonal axis, a common device in seventeenth-century painting to guide the viewer's eye from the terrestrial plane toward the divine. The figures are rendered with anatomical precision, yet their expressions remain focused on the central apparition of Christ. The palette relies on warm ochres, deep browns, and flashes of red, which unify the complex arrangement of bodies.\n\nThis painting reflects the artist's training in Rome and his subsequent exposure to the works of Caravaggio and Guercino. Preti manages the large-scale narrative with clarity, ensuring that the interaction between the various saints remains legible despite the density of the group. The handling of fabric, particularly the heavy drapery worn by the figures, demonstrates the artist's technical command. The work is a representative example of the Counter-Reformation aesthetic, which sought to engage the viewer through emotional intensity and visual grandeur. The museum-grade print captures the subtle gradations of light and the texture of the original oil paint, providing a clear view of the artist's brushwork and the atmospheric quality of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mattia Preti","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57921169949007,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57921171816783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57921171849551,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Christ-in-Glory_Poster_CompositorV1_1781484009882.jpg?v=1781488147"},{"product_id":"sophonisba-receiving-the-goblet-mattia-preti","title":"Sophonisba Receiving the Goblet - Mattia Preti","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dramatic Baroque history painting by Mattia Preti, depicting the tragic Carthaginian noblewoman Sophonisba accepting a fatal draught.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMattia Preti, a leading figure of the Neapolitan Baroque, depicts the dramatic final moments of the Carthaginian noblewoman Sophonisba. According to historical accounts, Sophonisba chose to consume poison rather than endure the humiliation of being paraded through Rome as a captive of Scipio Africanus. The narrative centres on the moment she accepts the vessel containing the lethal draught, delivered by a messenger.\n\nPreti employs a tenebrist approach, utilising deep shadows to isolate the figures against a dark, atmospheric background. The light source is directed to illuminate the central interaction, drawing the viewer's eye to the silver goblet and the expressions of the participants. The composition is structured with a theatrical sensibility, typical of the artist's mature period in Malta. The figures are rendered with a focus on tactile qualities, from the metallic sheen of the messenger's armour to the heavy, textured folds of Sophonisba's garments. A putto hovers in the upper left, a common motif in Baroque compositions that adds a layer of classical allegory to the scene.\n\nThe painting demonstrates Preti's mastery of dramatic staging and his ability to convey psychological tension through gesture and posture. The stoic resolve of Sophonisba contrasts with the solemnity of the surrounding figures, creating a sense of quiet gravity. The palette is dominated by earth tones, deep ochres, and muted reds, which contribute to the sombre mood of the historical tragedy. This work remains a representative example of the artist's contribution to 17th-century Italian painting, reflecting the period's interest in classical themes interpreted through a heightened, emotional lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mattia Preti","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58176072909135,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58176397640015,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58176397672783,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231956046159,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231956078927,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231956111695,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231956144463,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231956177231,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231956209999,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231956242767,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231956275535,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231956308303,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231956341071,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231956406607,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231956734287,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231956767055,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231956832591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sophonisba-Receiving-the-Goblet_Poster_CompositorV1_1783622505575.jpg?v=1783622514"},{"product_id":"pilate-washing-his-hands-mattia-preti-2","title":"Pilate Washing His Hands - Mattia Preti","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dramatic Baroque depiction of Pontius Pilate by Mattia Preti, featuring strong tenebrism and a focus on the psychological weight of the biblical narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMattia Preti, a Calabrian painter active in Naples and Malta, produced this dramatic interpretation of the biblical narrative during his mature period. The composition focuses on Pontius Pilate, who occupies the centre of the frame, captured in the act of washing his hands to signify his detachment from the condemnation of Christ. Preti employs a tenebrist approach, using deep shadows to isolate the figures and heighten the emotional gravity of the scene.\n\nThe artist demonstrates his mastery of the Baroque idiom through the interplay of light and shadow, which directs the viewer's attention to the basin and the reflective surface of the water. Pilate is depicted with a weary, contemplative expression, his gaze meeting the viewer directly. Beside him, an attendant assists with the ritual, while the background hints at the unfolding tragedy, with the figure of Christ visible in the distance. The armour-clad figure in the foreground provides a tactile contrast to the soft fabrics of Pilate's robes, showcasing Preti's ability to render varied textures with precision.\n\nPreti's work is characterised by a sense of theatricality and physical weight. The figures possess a sculptural quality, typical of his training in the tradition of Caravaggio and the later Neapolitan school. The palette is dominated by earthy tones, punctuated by the sharp, saturated red of the garments, which draws the eye across the canvas. This painting reflects the artist's interest in human psychology and the moral ambiguity of the historical event. By stripping away extraneous detail, Preti ensures the focus remains on the central act of denial, creating a composition that is both immediate and enduring in its narrative clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mattia Preti","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58176247562575,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58176415236431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58176415269199,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231952802127,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231952834895,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231952867663,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231952900431,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231952933199,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231952965967,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58231952998735,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231953031503,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58231953064271,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58231953097039,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58231953162575,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231953490255,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231953523023,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58231953588559,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Pilate-Washing-His-Hands_Poster_CompositorV1_1783623194758.jpg?v=1783623203"},{"product_id":"saint-paul-the-hermit-mattia-preti","title":"Saint Paul the Hermit - Mattia Preti","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dramatic Baroque portrait by Mattia Preti, capturing Saint Paul the Hermit through the use of intense light and shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMattia Preti, often known as Il Cavalier Calabrese, was a central figure in the Neapolitan Baroque. This depiction of Saint Paul the Hermit demonstrates his mastery of tenebrism, a technique defined by the dramatic contrast between deep shadow and illuminated form. The saint is shown in a moment of quiet contemplation, his gaze directed upwards, suggesting a spiritual connection beyond the physical confines of his desert dwelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreti renders the figure with anatomical precision, focusing on the weathered texture of the skin and the coarse, woven garment that signifies the ascetic life. The light source, positioned to the left, catches the contours of the saint's torso and the white of his beard, while the background recedes into an impenetrable darkness. This approach directs the viewer's attention entirely to the subject's physical and emotional state. The inclusion of the simple wooden staff and the piece of bread reinforces the narrative of the hermit's survival in the wilderness, stripped of worldly possessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout his career, Preti worked in Rome, Naples, and Malta, absorbing the influence of Caravaggio and the later developments of the Roman Baroque. His ability to convey psychological weight through light and shadow is evident here. The composition is tight, focusing on the upper body of the saint to create an immediate, personal encounter. The brushwork remains controlled, allowing for the subtle transitions in tone that define the musculature and the rough fabric. This work is representative of the devotional art produced during the seventeenth century, where the focus shifted toward the human experience of faith, rendered with a realism that brought biblical figures into the tangible world of the viewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mattia Preti","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58344864416079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58344864481615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58344864579919,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58344864612687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58344864678223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Saint-Paul-the-Hermit_Poster_CompositorV1_1785384274011.jpg?v=1785385455"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/collections\/mattia-preti.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}