St. Isidore saves a child that had fallen in a well
- Artist
- Alonzo Cano
- Date
- c.1647 ; Spain
- Style
- Baroque
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Museo del Prado
The painting titled 'St. Isidore Saves a Child That Had Fallen in a Well' is a compelling example of Religious painting from the Baroque era, characterized by dramatic movement and emotional intensity. Executed in rich Oil on canvas, the scene depicts the saint dramatically reaching into a well to rescue a child, emphasizing divine intervention and compassion. The use of contrasting light and shadow enhances the theatrical effect typical of Baroque art, making the moment both visually striking and spiritually significant.
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