Tourists admire Caravaggio’s painting 'Pilgrims Madonna' at the Basilica of St Augustine in Rome. Photo: AP
The Roman basilica of the Augustinians - Pope Leo XIV’s religious order - preserves an iconic painting of the Virgin Mary by Caravaggio, the blockbuster artist who revolutionised the use of light and darkness in Western art.
A new exhibit of works by the Baroque painter is now on view in Rome until July 6, allowing for an updated look at his connection with spirituality.
