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The Madonna dei Gondolieri, Ponte della Paglia, Venice
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The Madonna dei Gondolieri, Ponte della Paglia, Venice
The Madonna dei Gondolieri, Ponte della Paglia, Venice Venice Low Relief, Basrelief Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1960 ca.. Date of Artwork:1580
Leiss Ferruccio
LFA-S-00000A-0556
Media ID 33308410
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Gondola Life And Representations Of The Virgin Madonna And Child By Water Subject
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This photograph captures a timeless masterpiece, "The Madonna dei Gondolieri" situated on the picturesque Ponte della Paglia in Venice. The low relief artwork, created during the Renaissance-Baroque periods, showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of Europe's artistic heritage from the first and second millennium A. D. Taken around 1960 by Leiss Ferruccio, this print beautifully preserves an artwork that dates back to approximately 1580. The subject of this remarkable piece is none other than the Madonna and Child – a representation deeply rooted in Christian iconography. Here, they are depicted amidst a gondola ride along Venice's enchanting waterways. Transportation plays a significant role in this scene as it symbolizes both physical movement and spiritual journey. The gondola itself becomes an object of reverence within this religious context. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported not only to Venice but also into the pages of biblical narratives found in the New Testament. The fusion of Renaissance-Baroque styles is evident through intricate details carved into stone or wood—a testament to human ingenuity during these historical periods. This photograph allows us to appreciate every delicate contour and expression captured by Ferruccio's lens. As we contemplate "The Madonna dei Gondolieri" frozen in time through this print, let us marvel at its enduring beauty and reflect on how art can transcend centuries while still evoking emotions within our hearts today.
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