The Ecstasy of Saint Teresa

The Ecstasy of Saint Teresa is a famous Baroque sculpture by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, created in the 1650s. It captures a moment of spiritual rapture experienced by Saint Teresa of Ávila, a 16th-century Spanish mystic. In the sculpture, she is shown in a heavenly vision, with an angel piercing her heart with a golden arrow, symbolizing divine love. The work is renowned for its dramatic expression, intricate details, and use of light, showcasing the emotional intensity of faith. It is housed in the Cornaro Chapel in Rome and is considered a masterpiece of Baroque art.