19th-Century Spanish School, St Aloysius Gonzaga

19th-Century Spanish School, St Aloysius GonzagaThis beautiful early 19th century Spanish oil painting depicts St Aloysius Gonzaga, the patron saint of youth and students. Aloysius Gonzaga (1568 1591) was born into an aristocratic family but, much to the dismay of his parents, abandoned his riches to become a selfless Jesuit priest. Led solely by his devotion, he volunteered to work at a hospital in Rome during an outbreak of the plague. Tirelessly caring for the hordes of sick and dying. Washing

and a map signal his navigational pursuits

They’re so close to civilization yet immersed in the perils of sailing

white and pink roses set within a vase

The hustle and bustle of traders is captured adroitly as they arrange their stalls

tight bodice and black gloves

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Little is known about his daughter but clearly she had an impressive home

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1744-1824) in a portrait by Wright of Derby

which exudes sophistication

Note the bright area behind the trees with its floral accents and the distant climb with its gentle tints

As the river shimmers with an atmospheric golden glow