Temptation of St.Thomas Aquinas
- Artist
- Diego Velazquez
- Date
- c.1631 - c.1632
- Style
- Baroque
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Orihuela Cathedral
The Religious painting titled Temptation of St. Thomas Aquinas by Diego Velázquez, created in 1632, exemplifies the dramatic intensity of the Baroque style. Painted on a Canvas, this Oil artwork vividly captures the moment of spiritual struggle, showcasing Velázquez’s mastery of light and shadow. The composition reflects the emotional tumult characteristic of Baroque religious imagery, emphasizing the profound inner conflict of St. Thomas Aquinas as he confronts temptation. It is housed in the Museum of Sacred Art of Orihuela Cathedral in southern Spain.
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