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Monumental wall tomb of Bishop Giovanni Ortega Gomiel, attributed to Bregno, in the church of S.Maria del Popolo, Rome
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Monumental wall tomb of Bishop Giovanni Ortega Gomiel, attributed to Bregno, in the church of S.Maria del Popolo, Rome
Monumental wall tomb of Bishop Giovanni Ortega Gomiel, attributed to Bregno, in the church of S.Maria del Popolo, Rome. Rome Church of S.Maria del Popolo Monumental Tomb High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:1514 ca.. Artist:Bregno, Andrea
Anderson
ADA-F-002119-0000
Media ID 33155959
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Bishop Brand Clergy Crest Entablature Festoon Frieze High Relief Inscription Low Relief Pilaster Strip Sarcophagus Tiara Miter Christian Religion Emblem Headdress Civilian Vegetal Element Or Composition
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This photograph captures the grandeur of the monumental wall tomb of Bishop Giovanni Ortega Gomiel, attributed to Bregno, in the exquisite church of S. Maria del Popolo, Rome. The image transports us back to a time when artistry and craftsmanship were revered, showcasing the fusion of High Renaissance, Renaissance, and Renaissance-Baroque styles. The intricate details showcased in this artwork are truly awe-inspiring. From the meticulously carved friezes to the ornate building elements and decorations, every aspect exudes a sense of divine beauty. Pilaster strips and entablatures frame this magnificent creation while gods, angels, and religious figures adorn its surface. The bishop himself is depicted with utmost reverence; his clothing reflecting both civilian attire as well as religious vestments such as headdresses and accessories befitting his high position within the Christian clergy. The low relief sculptures depict scenes from biblical narratives found in the New Testament while symbols like tiaras and miters further emphasize his ecclesiastical authority. Nature intertwines harmoniously with human creations through festoons and vegetal elements that add an organic touch to this architectural masterpiece. Crests bearing emblems serve as reminders of lineage or affiliation while heraldic ornaments symbolize power. Captured around 1890 by Anderson from Alinari's collection, this photograph not only preserves a moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to Europe's rich artistic heritage spanning across centuries. It allows us to appreciate Andrea Bregno's remarkable talent for sculpting high reliefs on sarcophagi capitals that have stood strong for over five centuries. Intriguingly blending various artistic periods into one cohesive whole, this print invites viewers into an era where art was not just decoration but also communication—a visual language conveying stories of faith and devotion that continue to resonate today.
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