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Pontifical Ceremony in SS. Giovanni e Paolo, Venice, 1782, c. 1783
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Pontifical Ceremony in SS. Giovanni e Paolo, Venice, 1782, c. 1783
3085874 Pontifical Ceremony in SS. Giovanni e Paolo, Venice, 1782, c. 1783 by Guardi, Francesco (1712-93); 51.4x68.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift of the Hanna Fund; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23424074
© Gift of the Hanna Fund / Bridgeman Images
18th Attendant Attendants Cleaner Cleaning Lady Courtier Courtiers Formal Governess Housekeeper Housemaid Papal Pomp Regalia Vernacular Ecclesiastical Maid Pontifical
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This print captures a momentous Pontifical Ceremony in the stunning SS. Giovanni e Paolo church in Venice, Italy, back in 1782. Painted by Francesco Guardi, this masterpiece measures 51.4x68.8 cm and is now housed at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. The image showcases an array of attendants dressed in exquisite ecclesiastical regalia, creating a scene that exudes grandeur and tradition. The Pope himself can be seen seated amongst courtiers and papal officials, surrounded by the magnificent Venetian architecture that serves as a backdrop to this ceremonial event. Every detail has been meticulously captured by Guardi's brushstrokes - from the intricately adorned courtiers to the maid diligently cleaning amidst all the pomp and splendor. This inclusion of domestic life within such a formal setting adds depth and realism to the painting. As we gaze upon this piece, we are transported back to 18th-century Venice, where Italian culture thrived alongside European influences. It is a testament to both Italian artistry and religious devotion during this era. Bridgeman Images' reproduction allows us to appreciate every nuance of Guardi's work while preserving its historical significance for generations to come. This print offers us an opportunity to immerse ourselves in an extraordinary moment frozen in time – one that continues to inspire awe and admiration centuries later.
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