“The Conversion of Saint Ignatius Loyola” is a Baroque religious painting by the artist Miguel Cabrera, currently housed in the Museo Nacional de Arte (MUNAL) in Mexico City, Mexico. The artwork vividly captures a significant moment in the spiritual transformation of Saint Ignatius Loyola.
The artwork portrays Saint Ignatius Loyola lying in bed, looking upwards with an expression of awe and reverence as he experiences a divine vision. Above him, the Virgin Mary, enveloped in a radiance of light, gazes tenderly upon him while holding the Child Jesus in her arms. Surrounding them are cherubs, accentuating the celestial atmosphere. To the right, figures in period attire react to the miraculous event with gestures of surprise and admiration, reinforcing the painting’s religious narrative. The composition uses soft, yet dramatic lighting, typical of the Baroque movement, to highlight the divine encounter and invoke a sense of spiritual awakening.
