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Tapestry of the Allegory of Faith, Florentine tapestry weaver. The piece was previously held at the Gallery of Ancient and Modern Art in Florence
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Tapestry of the Allegory of Faith, Florentine tapestry weaver. The piece was previously held at the Gallery of Ancient and Modern Art in Florence
Tapestry of the Allegory of Faith, Florentine tapestry weaver. The piece was previously held at the Gallery of Ancient and Modern Art in Florence. Florence The Gallery of Ancient and Modern Art Tapestry Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1915-1920 ca.. Date of Artwork:XV sec. ca
Brogi
BGA-F-017547-0000
Media ID 33166907
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Chalice Cross Diet Female Figure Festoon Food Fruit Fruit Bearing Gargoyle Grotesque Mask Instrument Or Object Literature And Fiction Niche Pedestal Putto Ribbon Solid Abstract Concept And Symbol For Daytime Parts Of The Body Type Of Representation Vegetal Element Or Composition
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This print showcases the intricate and mesmerizing "Tapestry of the Allegory of Faith" created by a talented Florentine tapestry weaver. Previously housed at the esteemed Gallery of Ancient and Modern Art in Florence, this masterpiece is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of Renaissance and Renaissance-Baroque styles. The photograph, taken around 1915-1920, beautifully captures the essence of this artwork from the XV century. The tapestry itself is an allegorical representation that combines various abstract concepts and symbols, featuring a female figure adorned with clothing reflecting fashion trends of that era. Notably, her face is adorned with a grotesque mask or gargoyle-like element, adding an intriguing touch to her persona. Surrounding her are elements inspired by architecture such as pedestals, niches, crosses, and other decorative sections. A putto figure can be seen holding literature or fiction related objects while another male figure stands nude nearby. The composition also includes fruit-bearing trees intertwined with festoons and ribbons. Noteworthy objects like chalices and bows further enhance the religious undertones present in this piece. It draws inspiration from biblical narratives found in both Old Testament (not mentioned) and New Testament stories from Europe's first and second millenniums. Brogi's photography skillfully captures every detail within this tapestry print; each thread seems to come alive through his lens. This image serves as a reminder of how art transcends time - preserving cultural history for generations to come.
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