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Original sin, tapestry, Gallery of Modern Art, Pitti Palace, Florence
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Original sin, tapestry, Gallery of Modern Art, Pitti Palace, Florence
Original sin, tapestry, Gallery of Modern Art, Pitti Palace, Florence Florence The Pitti Palace, The Gallery of Modern Art Tapestry Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:XVII secolo. Artist:Flemish workmanship
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-001754-0000
Media ID 33107825
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Adam Animal Bible Old Testament Demon Earthly Paradise God The Father People Snake Story Of Adam And Eve Structure Or Place Women Parts Of The Body Subject
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Original Sin - A Tapestry of Temptation and Redemption in Florence's Pitti Palace
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. Step into the captivating world of Renaissance-Baroque art as you gaze upon this mesmerizing tapestry titled "Original Sin". Housed within the prestigious Gallery of Modern Art, located in Florence's magnificent Pitti Palace, this masterpiece transports viewers back to a time when Europe was shaped by profound cultural shifts. Captured through the lens of Alinari, Fratelli around 1890, this photograph immortalizes an artwork dating back to the 17th century. Crafted with exquisite Flemish workmanship, every thread weaves together a tale that has resonated throughout centuries – the story of Adam and Eve. Intriguing figures come alive on this textile canvas; God the Father watches over his creation while Adam and Eve stand at the center, embodying both humanity's vulnerability and its capacity for choice. A sinister demon lurks nearby, tempting them towards disobedience. The snake slithers amidst lush vegetation within an earthly paradise. Every element holds symbolic significance – from tree branches representing knowledge to exposed human bodies symbolizing innocence lost. This tapestry serves as a visual testament to biblical tales found within the Old Testament. As you explore each intricate detail captured in this photograph print by Alinari, Fratelli, immerse yourself in Renaissance-Baroque aesthetics that defined European art during these transformative periods spanning across two millennia. Marvel at how light dances upon delicate threads and admire how colors remain vibrant despite their age. Let your imagination wander through time as you contemplate themes such as sin and redemption depicted here. Allow yourself to be transported beyond mere observation into a realm where art becomes a portal connecting past narratives with present contemplations.
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