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The Virgin of the Host, 1866 (oil on canvas)
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The Virgin of the Host, 1866 (oil on canvas)
XIR60857 The Virgin of the Host, 1866 (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); 78x67 cm; Musee Bonnat, Bayonne, France; French, out of copyright
Media ID 12809857
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Eucharist Hostie Transubstantiation Wafer
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In this photo print, we are transported to the year 1866, where Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres masterfully brings to life "The Virgin of the Host" on canvas. Measuring at 78x67 cm, this oil painting is housed in the Musee Bonnat in Bayonne, France. The central focus of the artwork is a serene and ethereal Madonna, known as Mary. She holds a sacred wafer, representing the Eucharist or Holy Communion. This symbolic act alludes to transubstantiation - the belief that during Mass, bread and wine become Christ's body and blood. Ingres' attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke; from Mary's delicate features to her flowing robes adorned with an IHS emblem (a monogram for Jesus). The artist's use of light enhances her divine presence while casting a soft glow on her face. "The Virgin of the Host" captures both religious devotion and maternal tenderness. Mary gazes down lovingly at the viewer as if offering solace and protection. It serves as a reminder of faith's power to bring comfort amidst life's challenges. This mesmerizing print invites us into Ingres' world where spirituality intertwines with artistic excellence. As we admire this timeless masterpiece, let us reflect upon its profound message: that through faith and communion with God, we can find peace within ourselves and our surroundings.
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