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Christ enthroned with Saints and the Blessed and the Coronation of the Virgin. Left panel of an ivory diptych, made in France, in the Sala Carrand of the Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence
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Christ enthroned with Saints and the Blessed and the Coronation of the Virgin. Left panel of an ivory diptych, made in France, in the Sala Carrand of the Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence
Christ enthroned with Saints and the Blessed and the Coronation of the Virgin. Left panel of an ivory diptych, made in France, in the Sala Carrand of the Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence Florence Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Sala Carrand Low Relief, Basrelief Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1970 ca.. Date of Artwork:1386 ca
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-058315-0000
Media ID 33137661
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Blessedgothic Coronation Jesus Christ Christ Child Life And Representations Of The Virgin Spire Virgin Mary Christian Religion Subject
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This print captures the exquisite left panel of an ivory diptych, known as "Christ enthroned with Saints and the Blessed and the Coronation of the Virgin". Created in France during the Gothic period, this masterpiece now resides in the Sala Carrand of the Museo Nazionale del Bargello in Florence. The intricate low relief carving showcases a remarkable fusion of religious subjects and architectural elements. The central figure is Christ, majestically seated on a throne surrounded by saints and blessed individuals. Their expressions convey reverence and awe towards their divine leader. To one side stands the Virgin Mary, adorned in elegant garments befitting her role as Queen of Heaven. In a momentous scene depicted on this panel, she is being crowned by Christ himself – symbolizing her exalted status as Mother of God. The craftsmanship displayed here exemplifies Gothic art at its finest. Every detail has been meticulously carved into ivory to create depth and texture that bring these figures to life. This artwork serves not only as a visual representation but also as a testament to medieval Europe's devotion to Christianity. Dating back to around 1386, this diptych holds immense historical significance from both artistic and religious perspectives. It offers us a glimpse into Europe's cultural heritage during the Middle Ages while providing insight into biblical narratives through its portrayal of Jesus Christ and his mother Mary. Alinari Fratelli skillfully captured this photograph around 1970, preserving for posterity an image that encapsulates centuries' worth of spiritual devotion within its delicate contours. As we gaze upon it today, we are transported back in time – marveling at both human creativity and our enduring fascination with matters divine.
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