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Lunette representing a sybil and a prophet, c. 1529 (fresco)
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Lunette representing a sybil and a prophet, c. 1529 (fresco)
3601435 Lunette representing a sybil and a prophet, c.1529 (fresco) by Pordenone, Giovanni Antonio (1484-1539); (add.info.: Cortemaggiore, Church of SS. Annunziata (part of the Franciscan Convent), Chapel of the Conception.
Cortemaggiore, Chiesa della SS. Annunziata (parte del convento dei Francescani), Cappella della Concezione: lunetta con Sibilla e Profeta, affreschi del Pordenone, (Giovanni Antonio de Sacchis), 1529 circa.
); Ghigo Roli
Media ID 25159710
© Ghigo Roli / Bridgeman Images
Cortemaggiore Emilia Romagna Il Pordenone Lunette Mannerism Piacenza Pointing
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This print showcases a remarkable fresco titled "Lunette representing a sybil and a prophet" created around 1529 by the renowned Italian artist Giovanni Antonio Pordenone. The artwork is located in the Chapel of the Conception within the Church of SS. Annunziata, part of the Franciscan Convent in Cortemaggiore. In this stunning piece, we are transported to the vibrant world of 16th century Italy, where Mannerism flourished. The fresco depicts a powerful scene featuring a female sybil and a male prophet engaged in an intense conversation. The figures are beautifully rendered with intricate details that highlight their expressive faces and flowing garments. The woman, adorned with an elegant turban, captivates our attention as she points towards something unseen. Her commanding presence exudes wisdom and mystery, embodying the prophetic nature often associated with sibyls throughout art history. Opposite her stands the bearded prophet, his gaze fixed on her words with deep contemplation. Together, they create an intriguing dynamic that invites viewers to ponder upon their profound exchange. Pordenone's masterful use of color and composition adds depth and dimension to this extraordinary fresco. It serves as both an artistic masterpiece from Emilia Romagna's rich cultural heritage and a testament to Pordenone's exceptional talent during this period. Through this print from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we can now admire and appreciate this significant work of
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