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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Y. Giovanna Dellorto

Artist Caravaggio's faith shines in new Rome exhibit and at churches run by Pope Leo XIV's order

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The Roman basilica of the Augustinians — Pope Leo XIV’s religious order — preserves an iconic painting of the Virgin Mary by Caravaggio, the blockbuster artist who revolutionized the use of light and darkness in Western art.

A new exhibit of works by the Baroque painter is now on view in Rome until July 6, allowing for an updated look at his connection with spirituality.

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