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The miracle of St. Hugh in the Refectory of the Carthusians (oil on canvas, 1630)
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The miracle of St. Hugh in the Refectory of the Carthusians (oil on canvas, 1630)
LRI4612385 The miracle of St. Hugh in the Refectory of the Carthusians (oil on canvas, 1630) by Zurbaran, Francisco de (1598-1664); Museo de Bellas Artes, Seville, Spain; (add.info.: St. Hugh of Cluny (1024-1109) in the Refectory of the Carthusians, 1633 - Saint Hugues in the refectory of the monastery of the Grande Chartreuse of Santa Maria de la Cuevas near Seville Representation of Saint Hugues of Grenoble or Hugues of Chateauneuf (1053-1080/1132) processing the meat of birds served to the monks (and forbidden by their abstinence rule ) in fish. Also called " The miracle of Saint Hugh". Painting by Francisco de Zurbaran (1598-1664) 1630 Museum of Fine Arts of Seville); Luisa Ricciarini; Spanish, out of copyright
Media ID 22286770
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The Miracle of St. Hugh in the Refectory of the Carthusians
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is a captivating oil painting by Francisco de Zurbaran, created in 1630 and housed at the Museum of Fine Arts in Seville, Spain. The artwork depicts an extraordinary event that occurred during medieval times. In this scene, we witness St. Hugh of Cluny, a revered figure known for his piety and devotion to God, standing amidst the monks in the refectory of the Carthusian monastery. It is said that while processing meat served to them (which was forbidden due to their abstinence rule), St. Hugh miraculously transformed it into fish. Zurbaran's meticulous attention to detail brings this miraculous moment to life on canvas. The rich colors and textures enhance our understanding of daily life within religious orders during this period. We observe St. Hugh dressed in holy robes with a hood covering his head as he holds a walking stick and encounters a jug filled with water nearby. This painting not only showcases religious themes but also provides insight into dietary practices during medieval times when certain foods were restricted or prohibited for spiritual reasons. "The Miracle of St. Hugh" serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical documentation, capturing an intriguing encounter between faith and sustenance within the walls of a Spanish monastery centuries ago.
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