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San Paolo, detail, marble, Mino da Fiesole (1429-1484), Vatican Grottoes, Saint Peter's Basilica, Vatican City
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San Paolo, detail, marble, Mino da Fiesole (1429-1484), Vatican Grottoes, Saint Peter's Basilica, Vatican City
San Paolo, detail, marble, Mino da Fiesole (1429-1484), Vatican Grottoes, Saint Peter's Basilica, Vatican City State of the Vatican City St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Grottoes Statue Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920. Date of Artwork:1450-1484 ca.. Artist:Mino da Fiesole
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This print captures the intricate details of the renowned sculpture "San Paolo" by Mino da Fiesole, located in the Vatican Grottoes within Saint Peter's Basilica, Vatican City. Created between 1450 and 1484, this masterpiece showcases Mino da Fiesole's exceptional craftsmanship in marble. The photograph was taken in 1920, allowing us to appreciate the timeless beauty of this Renaissance artwork. The statue depicts St. Paul, one of the apostles from ancient times, dressed in a period costume that reflects the fashion and clothing of his era. Every nuance is captured with precision – from his expressive face and hand gestures to his meticulously carved sword and book. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to a significant period in European history – a time when Renaissance-Baroque styles flourished across Europe during the first and second millenniums A. D. Mino da Fiesole's work exemplifies these artistic movements with its exquisite attention to detail and lifelike representation. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, "San Paolo" also holds religious significance as it portrays an important figure from biblical times. This sculpture embodies both faith and artistry through its portrayal of St. Paul holding a Bible from the New Testament. Anderson's skillful photography allows us to admire every aspect of this remarkable artwork while emphasizing its historical importance. Through this photo print, we can marvel at Mino da Fiesole's talent as well as experience a sense of reverence for both art and spirituality intertwined within Saint Peter's Basilica.
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