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Battistello Caracciolo Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Battistello Caracciolo · 1578 – 1635

Battistello Caracciolo, The Saint Physicians Cosmas and Damian (1620)

1620 · Museo del Prado, Madrid · original 96.0 x 121.0cm

This dramatic Baroque oil by Caracciolo captures intense medical dialogue. Discover the beauty of this masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Madonna and Child with St Anne by Battistello Caracciolo, 1633

1633 · Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna · original 119.0 x 152.0cm

This dramatic Baroque oil painting by Giovanni Battista Caracciolo shows a tender holy family. Discover this masterpiece of Neapolitan art today.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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David with Goliath's Head by Battistello Caracciolo

1612 · original 202.0 x 112.0cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Cupid Sleeping by Battistello Caracciolo, 1618

1618 · Royal Collection, London · original 92.3 x 127.1cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Joseph and Potiphar's wife (1618)

1618

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Noli me tangere by Battistello Caracciolo, 1618

1618 · Museo Civico, Prato · original 131.0 x 209.0cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Saint John the Baptist by Battistello Caracciolo, 1625

1625 · Musée des Beaux-Arts de Dijon, Digione · original 75.0 x 52.0cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Battistello Caracciolo, Double Portrait of Two Physicians as Saint Cosmas and Damian (1624)

1624 · Gemäldegalerie, Berlin

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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The Calling of Saint Matthew, Battistello Caracciolo

1625 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 131 x 156 cm

Experience Caracciolo’s dramatic ‘Calling of Saint Matthew’! A Baroque masterpiece showcasing Caravaggio’s influence – intense light, emotion & religious narrative. Explore this 1625 oil painting.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Monochrome

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Salome (1615)

1615 · Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Experience the dramatic tenebrism of Caracciolo's 1615 Salome, capturing intense emotion with masterful light and shadow; discover this masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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St Onophrius (1625) by Battistello Caracciolo

1625 · Galleria Nazional d Art Antica, Rome · original 180 x 116 cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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San sebastian

Harvard Art Museums, Cambridge

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Battistello Caracciolo: Christ and Caiaphas

1611 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg · original 73 x 103 cm

Witness the dramatic confrontation between Christ and Caiaphas in Giovanni Battista Caracciolo's "Christ and Caiaphas." A Baroque masterpiece showcasing intense emotion, masterful lighting, and a pivotal moment from Christian scripture.

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Art Movement: Baroque Painting
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Dead Christ carried to the grave

Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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The flight to Egypth by Battistello Caracciolo

original 1.56 x 1.13cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Holy family, Battistello Caracciolo

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Christ and the angel – Battistello Caracciolo

Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Tobias and the Angel

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Lamentation of Adam and Eve on the Dead Abel

original 200 x 148 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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The Young Saint John in the Wilderness – Battistello Caracciolo

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Two youths with grapes

Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide

Explore Giovanni Battista Caracciolo’s ‘Two Youths with Grapes,’ a dramatic Baroque painting of intense emotion & chiaroscuro. Discover its themes, technique & captivating style.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Liberation of St Peter, Battistello Caracciolo

1615 · Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Experience the dramatic Baroque masterpiece, Liberation of St Peter by Giovanni Battista Caracciolo, capturing intense emotion and action through masterful tenebrism. This captivating 1615 painting evokes a powerful religious narrative perfect for art lovers to discover or own.

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Art Movement: Baroque Drama

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Christ Washes the Disciples' Feet (1622)

1622 · Museo Nazionale di San Martino, Naples · original 400.0 x 400.0cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Battistello Caracciolo, The Baptism of Christ (1610)

1610 · Picture gallery of the Girolamini, Naples · original 136.0 x 113.0cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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Madonna of the Purification of the Soul with Saints Francis and Clare

Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

This dramatic Baroque oil painting by Battistello Caracciolo features divine figures in chiaroscuro. Discover this masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 28 artworks by Battistello Caracciolo
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The artist

Battistello Caracciolo

1578 – 1635

Quick facts

Emotional tonesomber
Color intensitymonochromatic
Died1635
Vibedramatic
Art periodEarly Modern
Corpus themescaravaggio's influence, neapolitan caravaggism, religious narratives, neapolitan school development
Creative periodsmature period
Topics exploredchristianity, drama, dark background, saints

Biography

Giovanni Battista Caracciolo: The Shadow and Light of Neapolitan Caravaggism

Giovanni Battista Caracciolo, a name often whispered alongside the titans of 17th-century Italian art, stands as a pivotal figure in the development of Neapolitan painting. Born in Naples in 1578, he emerged from the city’s vibrant artistic milieu to become one of the most significant followers of Caravaggio, shaping a distinct regional style characterized by dramatic tenebrism, intense emotion, and a profound connection to religious narratives. Despite limited biographical documentation – largely reliant on the often-unreliable accounts of Bernardo de' Dominici – Caracciolo’s impact on the artistic landscape of Naples is undeniable, establishing a school of painting that would resonate for decades to come. Caracciolo’s early training remains somewhat shrouded in mystery, initially attributed to Francesco Imparato and Fabrizio Santafede. However, it was Caravaggio's sudden arrival in Naples at the end of 1606 that proved to be the catalyst for his artistic transformation. The young painter, fleeing Rome after a violent altercation, brought with him a revolutionary approach to art – a bold use of light and shadow, a focus on realistic figures, and an emphasis on emotional intensity. Caracciolo was immediately captivated by Caravaggio’s innovations, immersing himself in the artist's techniques and absorbing his dramatic style. This initial encounter proved transformative, setting the stage for a career deeply rooted in Caravaggesque principles. The brief but profound visits of Caravaggio to Naples in 1606 and 1609/1610 were crucial, providing Caracciolo with an immediate and powerful artistic model. Caracciolo’s style quickly evolved into a distinctive interpretation of Caravaggism, retaining the dramatic lighting and emotional depth while developing his own unique voice. Unlike many of his contemporaries who merely replicated Caravaggio's techniques, Caracciolo infused his work with a distinctly Neapolitan sensibility – a darker palette, a heightened sense of drama, and an exploration of human psychology that resonated deeply with the city’s turbulent social and political climate. He became known for his ability to capture not just the outward appearance of his subjects but also their inner turmoil, imbuing each scene with a palpable sense of urgency and emotion. His work frequently depicted religious scenes, often imbued with a gritty realism and a focus on the human cost of faith. The most significant period in Caracciolo’s career coincided with his involvement in the Cabal of Naples – a notorious group of artists, including Belisario Corenzio and Jusepe de Ribera, who engaged in a deadly rivalry for commissions. This tumultuous environment undoubtedly influenced his artistic output, contributing to the dark and dramatic themes that characterized much of his work. While details surrounding the cabal remain shrouded in speculation and rumor – with accusations of murder and conspiracy – it’s clear that this period marked a turning point in Caracciolo's career, pushing him towards increasingly bold and confrontational expressions of artistic vision. Among Caracciolo’s most celebrated works is “The Calling of Saint Matthew,” painted around 1625-30. This masterpiece exemplifies his mastery of tenebrism, utilizing stark contrasts of light and shadow to draw the viewer's eye to the central figures and heighten the dramatic impact of the scene. The painting captures the moment when Jesus calls Matthew, a tax collector, to follow him, depicting the encounter with intense emotion and psychological depth. Similarly, “Christ Washing the Feet of the Disciples,” created in 1622, showcases his ability to convey both religious piety and human vulnerability. These works, along with numerous altarpieces and frescoes, demonstrate Caracciolo’s skill as a painter and his profound understanding of the power of visual storytelling. Caracciolo's legacy extends beyond his individual masterpieces; he is credited with establishing the Neapolitan school of Caravaggism, nurturing a generation of artists who continued to develop and refine his distinctive style. Artists such as Giuseppe Ribera, Carlo Sellitto, and Mattia Preti all benefited from Caracciolo’s influence, carrying forward his techniques and expanding upon his artistic vision. Giovanni Battista Caracciolo died in Naples in 1635, leaving behind a body of work that continues to captivate viewers with its dramatic intensity, emotional depth, and enduring connection to the spirit of Caravaggio. His contribution to Neapolitan art is profound, solidifying his place as one of the most important figures in the development of Baroque painting in Italy.

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Battistello Caracciolo was born in Naples in 1578.

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Collector's quiz

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