The Great Flood, oil on canvas, Tuscan school 17th century

The painting depicts the famous biblical episode of the Great Flood, a theme that has a vast tradition in Western art. The subject is taken from the Book of Genesis, with Noah and his family witnessing a catastrophe that involves the destruction of all humanity, while only the righteous survive. In this version, the artist shows a dramatic scene where the waters are submerging humans and animals, while some desperately try to save themselves. The intense color and the movement of the figures, often exaggerated to convey a sense of chaos and terror, are distinctive features of the style of this work. The use of light, with illumination that seems to come from above, creates a strong contrast between the threatening sky and the struggling victims. Some horses can be seen fighting not to drown, and human figures stretching towards the sky, desperately seeking salvation. height 64 cm width 81 cm Every object from our Gallery is sold with a certificate of authenticity issued by an Expert of the Court and the Chamber of Commerce of Genoa