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Burial of Christ from the Christ. Sculpted work of the French School preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris
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Burial of Christ from the Christ. Sculpted work of the French School preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris
Burial of Christ from the Christ. Sculpted work of the French School preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris France Paris, Louvre Musuem Sculptural Group Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1908. Date of Artwork:XIII sec
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-023977-0000
Media ID 33120520
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Death Deposition Functions And Treatments For The Body Gothic Jesus Christ Christ Child Life Of Christ Loinclothgothic Mantle Cloak Mary Magdalen Nicodemus Other Important Men Pain Virgin Mary Christian Religion Headdress Civilian Subject
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This print captures the profound moment of the "Burial of Christ" from a sculpted work by the French School, now preserved in the prestigious Louvre Museum in Paris. The artwork itself dates back to the 13th century, belonging to the Gothic period of Europe's rich artistic heritage. In this scene, we witness an array of emotions that depict death, age, and pain. The body of Christ is being carefully attended to by various individuals including Virgin Mary, Nicodemus, and other important men. Their faces reflect deep sorrow and reverence as they carry out this solemn act of deposition. The sculpture showcases meticulous attention to detail with its intricate costumes and headdresses worn by both civilians and religious figures alike. Each accessory adds authenticity to this portrayal of life during the Middle Ages. Notably present are male and female figures representing saints who play significant roles in Christian religion. Their presence symbolizes faith amidst despair while emphasizing physiological and psychological aspects associated with such a pivotal event in biblical history. The composition also includes objects like cloaks and mantles draped over Jesus' body along with a loincloth signifying his crucifixion. These elements serve as reminders of sacrifice within Christianity's core beliefs. Photographed in 1908 by Alinari Fratelli, this image offers us a glimpse into Europe's first millennium AD when art flourished under Gothic influences. It serves as a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with religious themes throughout different historical periods.
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