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The Great Flood and the Retreat of the Water (detail of the man against the fortification
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The Great Flood and the Retreat of the Water (detail of the man against the fortification
XIR897805 The Great Flood and the Retreat of the Water (detail of the man against the fortification at the bottom left), 1446-8 (fresco transferred onto canvas) by Uccello, Paolo (1397-1475); Santa Maria Novella, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Le Deluge et le retrait des eaux. Detail : l homme contre la muraille, au fond, egauche.
NOTE: Collection of frescoes kept in the cloister bays (the frescoes form a series of rectangular and horizontally organised paintings surmounted by a bezel). Two of the compositions are attributed to Uccello. This example shows the sacrifice and euphoria of Noah. The other fresco shows the Creation of the Animals and of Adam surmounted by the Creation of Eve and Original Sin. The frescoes were taken off the wall in 1940 and are now kept at the Santa Maria Novella Museum.); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 12944138
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail from Paolo Uccello's masterpiece, "The Great Flood and the Retreat of the Water". The focal point of this image is a lone figure standing against a fortification at the bottom left. Painted between 1446-8, this fresco transferred onto canvas showcases Uccello's exceptional talent in capturing both dramatic scenes and intricate details. The man depicted here symbolizes resilience amidst chaos as he stands firm against the powerful forces of nature. His youthful appearance adds to the sense of vulnerability and determination portrayed in his stance. A faithful companion, a dog, accompanies him on this journey through rising waters. Uccello skillfully uses light and shadow to create depth and atmosphere within this scene. The play of light on the man's naked body highlights his isolation while also emphasizing his strength in facing adversity head-on. In the background, we see remnants of buildings partially submerged by water, indicating the aftermath of an overwhelming flood. Located at Santa Maria Novella in Florence, Italy, these frescoes were once part of a series depicting biblical stories. This particular section focuses on Noah's sacrifice during the great flood and conveys both its destructive power and eventual retreat. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph print, we are transported back to 15th-century Florence where artistry met spirituality with breathtaking results.
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