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Daily, through October 29

East Pavilion, Upper Level

Free

In a group of remarkably haunting paintings by Italian 18th-century artist Giacomo Ceruti, beggars, vagrants, and impoverished workers are portrayed in mesmerizing realism, emanating a sense of dignity and emotional depth. Why were these subjects painted? Where and how were these works displayed, and for whom? At a time when severe inequalities continue to mark even the wealthiest societies, Ceruti’s work testifies to the enduring power of art to reflect our shared humanity.

Organized with Fondazione Brescia Musei.

1200 Getty Center Drive Los Angeles, CA 90049 (Get Directions)