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Lamentation on the death of Christ, detail of the Virgin Mary (Painting on wood, 1436)
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Lamentation on the death of Christ, detail of the Virgin Mary (Painting on wood, 1436)
LRI4577151 Lamentation on the death of Christ, detail of the Virgin Mary (Painting on wood, 1436) by Angelico, Fra (Guido di Pietro/Giovanni da Fiesole) (c.1387-1455); Museo di San Marco, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Deploration of Christ: detail. Lamentation on the death of Christ (detail of the Virgin Mary). The aureole of Jesus Christ is marked with a cross. Painting on wood by Guido di Pietro (or Fra Giovanni da Fiesole) dit Fra Angelico ou il Beato (1400-1455), 1436. Museo di San Marco, Firenze (Museum of the Convent of Saint Mark, Florence).); Luisa Ricciarini; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22538810
© Luisa Ricciarini / Bridgeman Images
Blood Deploration Star Aureole Quattrocento
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This print showcases a detail of the Virgin Mary from the renowned painting "Lamentation on the death of Christ" by Fra Angelico, also known as Guido di Pietro or Giovanni da Fiesole. Created in 1436, this masterpiece is housed in the Museo di San Marco in Florence, Italy. In this particular section of the artwork, we witness an intense moment of mourning and sorrow. The Virgin Mary's face is etched with profound sadness as she grieves over her son's lifeless body. Her aureole, marked with a cross, symbolizes Jesus Christ's divine presence even in his death. The artist skillfully captures every nuance and emotion through delicate brushstrokes and vivid colors. The scene exudes a sense of tragedy and loss while evoking deep empathy from viewers. With its religious subject matter and meticulous attention to detail, this painting exemplifies the essence of Renaissance art. It transports us back to the Quattrocento period when Italian artists like Fra Angelico flourished under patronage from wealthy families and religious institutions. As we contemplate this powerful image, it serves as a reminder not only of Christ's sacrifice but also of our own capacity for compassion and understanding amidst suffering. Through centuries-old brushwork preserved on wood panels, this artwork continues to inspire contemplation about faith, mortality, and human connection across time and cultures.
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