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Crche from the Santuario della Madonnetta in Genoa: detail of the Nativity, attributed to Giambattista Gaggini
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Crche from the Santuario della Madonnetta in Genoa: detail of the Nativity, attributed to Giambattista Gaggini
Crche from the Santuario della Madonnetta in Genoa: detail of the Nativity, attributed to Giambattista Gaggini Genoa Santuario della Madonnetta Crche Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1995. Date of Artwork:1659 ca.. Artist:Gaggini, Giambattista
Tatge, George for Alinari
SEA-S-GE1995-0018
Media ID 33275115
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Adoration Of The Shepherds Grotto Stall Joseph Life Of Christ Nativity Structure Or Place Virgin Mary Christian Religion Subject Vegetal Element Or Composition
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This photo print, titled "SEA-S-GE1995-0018" transports us to the Santuario della Madonnetta in Genoa, where we are granted a glimpse of an exquisite detail from the Nativity scene. The masterful work is attributed to none other than Giambattista Gaggini, a renowned artist whose talent shines through every brushstroke. At the center of this mesmerizing composition stands Jesus Christ himself, the divine child who would go on to shape history. His serene presence radiates purity and innocence, capturing our hearts with his tender gaze. Surrounding him are figures that play significant roles in his story: the Virgin Mary and Saint Joseph stand protectively by his side, their expressions filled with awe and reverence. An angel hovers above them all, its ethereal form adding an element of celestial beauty to this sacred moment. The adoration of shepherds unfolds before our eyes as they gather around the holy family within a humble grotto stall. This simple structure becomes a sanctuary for hope and faith amidst challenging times. The clothing worn by these revered figures reflects both religious symbolism and fashion trends of their time – from Mary's mantle cloak gracefully draping her shoulders to Joseph's attire befitting a saintly man. Straw scattered across the ground serves as a reminder of Jesus' birthplace in Bethlehem while lush vegetation adds life and vibrancy to this spiritual tableau. Captured by photographer George Tatge for Alinari, this print preserves not only Gaggini's artistic genius but also invites us into a profound contemplation of Christ's life. It reminds us that beyond its aesthetic value lies an enduring message about love, sacrifice, and redemption – themes that have resonated throughout centuries among followers of Christian religion worldwide.
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