The Immersive in Caravaggio’s Malta

In his final years, Caravaggio painted “The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist” (1608) for the altar of a Maltese church. In this talk, Keith Sciberras of the University of Malta dives into Caravaggio’s use of complex spatial relationships and audience immersion, supported by his decades of site experience and archival research. The annual Sydney J. Freedberg Lecture on Italian Art features distinguished scholars presenting innovative research. Learn more: https://www.nga.gov/research/casva/meetings/freedberg-lecture.html #caravaggio #renaissance #baroque #italy #italianartist #malta #keithsciberras #art #nationalgalleryofart #valetta #malteseart #italianart Still haven’t subscribed to our YouTube channels? National Gallery of Art ►►https://www.youtube.com/NationalGalleryofArtUS   National Gallery of Art Talks ►►https://www.youtube.com/NationalGalleryofArtTalks  ABOUT THE NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART The National Gallery of Art serves the nation by welcoming all people to explore and experience art, creativity, and our shared humanity. More National Gallery of Art Content: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationalgalleryofart Twitter: https://twitter.com/ngadc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ngadc/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ngadc/_created/ E-News: https://mailchi.mp/nga.gov/signup