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Tile depicting "The Cavalcade of Magi: Caspar, Melchior and Balthasar"(scene of the New Testament), 1185-86 (bronze)
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Tile depicting "The Cavalcade of Magi: Caspar, Melchior and Balthasar"(scene of the New Testament), 1185-86 (bronze)
6166502 Tile depicting " The Cavalcade of Magi: Caspar, Melchior and Balthasar" (scene of the New Testament), 1185-86 (bronze) by Pisano, Bonanno (12th century); Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Nuova), Monreale, Sicily, Italy; (add.info.: The gate is signed " Bonanno civis pisanus". It depicts five scenes of the Old Testament at the bottom, starting with Adam and Eve, and five scenes of the New Testament at the top, ending in " Christ and Mary in the glory of Paradise".
Duomo di Monreale, Porta di Bonanno Pisano (1185-6): formella bronzea con " La cavalcata dei Re Magi, Gaspare, Melchiorre e Baldassarre" (scena dal Nuovo Testamento).La porta e firmata: " Bonanno civis pisanus". Iconograficamente nei cinque ordini inferiori vi sono scene del Vecchio Testamento, sette dedicate alla storia di Adamo ed Eva, e altre sei ad altrettante coppie di profeti mentre nei cinque superiori scene del Nuovo, al sommo Cristo e Maria nella gloria del Paradiso); Ghigo Roli
Media ID 25188096
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This print showcases a remarkable tile depicting "The Cavalcade of Magi: Caspar, Melchior and Balthasar" from the New Testament. Created in 1185-86 by the talented artist Pisano Bonanno, this bronze masterpiece can be found at the Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Nuova) in Monreale, Sicily, Italy. The intricately designed tile is signed by "Bonanno civis pisanus" adding to its historical significance. It features five scenes from the Old Testament at the bottom, starting with Adam and Eve, while five scenes from the New Testament are depicted at the top. The tile culminates with an awe-inspiring portrayal of "Christ and Mary in the glory of Paradise". Iconographically speaking, this extraordinary piece presents seven scenes dedicated to Adam and Eve's story in addition to six pairs of prophets within its lower levels. Meanwhile, its upper levels showcase scenes from the New Testament. Ghigo Roli has masterfully captured this stunning artwork through his lens. His photograph perfectly highlights every intricate detail and brings out its beauty for all to admire. As you gaze upon this photo print, allow yourself to be transported back in time to experience both biblical history and artistic excellence intertwined into one magnificent creation.
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