The Good Samaritan
- Artist
- Luca Giordano
- Date
- 1650
- Style
- Baroque
- Genre
- Religious painting
"The Good Samaritan," a renowned religious painting, exemplifies the dramatic and emotional style characteristic of the Baroque period. Typically depicting the biblical parable, it captures the compassion of the Samaritan aiding a wounded man, highlighting themes of kindness and charity. This artwork may be part of Armenia's rich collection at the National Gallery of Armenia, which houses the world's largest collection of Armenian art alongside significant European pieces. Situated on Yerevan’s Republic Square, the museum is a cultural hub attracting thousands of visitors interested in art history.
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