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Why ‘The Calling of Saint Matthew’ by Caravaggio was Pope Francis’ favorite painting − an art historian explains
The motto that Francis selected for his papacy, ‘looking at him with mercy, he chose him,’ was inspired by Caravaggio’s ...
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Why ‘The Calling of Saint Matthew’ by Caravaggio was Pope Francis’ favorite painting − an art historian explains
He recalled that during his travels to Rome as a cardinal, he prayed in front of the painting by Caravaggio – “The Calling of Saint Matthew.” The painting is found in the chapel dedicated to ...
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Why Caravaggio's 'The Calling of Saint Matthew' was Pope Francis' favorite painting − art historian explains
Pope Francis left a lasting legacy, not least his appreciation for art. In his 2025 biography, 'Hope,' Francis spoke of his ...
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Why ‘The Calling of Saint Matthew’ by Caravaggio was Pope Francis’ favorite painting − an art historian explains
He recalled that during his travels to Rome as a cardinal, he prayed in front of the painting by Caravaggio – “The Calling of Saint Matthew.” Advertisement Article continues below this ad ...