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March 11, 2026
Italy Buys Caravaggio Painting for 30 Million Euros
Italy has bought a painting by the famous Baroque painter Caravaggio from the 16th and 17th centuries for 30 million euros.
TL;DR
- Italy purchased a Caravaggio painting for 30 million euros.
- The painting is a portrait of Maffeo Barberini, who later became Pope Urban VIII.
- This acquisition is intended to keep important artworks accessible to the public and out of private collections.
- The painting has been added to the permanent collection at the Barberini Palace.
- Caravaggio was known for his chiaroscuro technique, creating dramatic and realistic scenes.
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