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Detail of a Skeleton, base of The Trinity, Basilica Santa Maria Novella, 1425 (fresco)
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Detail of a Skeleton, base of The Trinity, Basilica Santa Maria Novella, 1425 (fresco)
3598985 Detail of a Skeleton, base of The Trinity, Basilica Santa Maria Novella, 1425 (fresco) by Masaccio, Tommaso (1401-28); (add.info.: by Tommaso Masaccio); Photo © Raffaello Bencini
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© © Raffaello Bencini / Bridgeman Images
Frescoes Masaccio Masaccio Tommaso 1401 1428 Murals Skeleton Symbole Symbolic Imagery Symbolical Representation Symbology Tommaso 1401 28 Tommaso Di Ser Giovanni Di Simone Tommaso Masaccio 15th 15 Xv Xvth Fifteenth Century Deaths Dying Mortality Passed Away Reinassance Renaissance Time Symbolic Symbols
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail of the famous fresco "The Trinity" located at the Basilica Santa Maria Novella in Florence, Italy. Created by the renowned Italian artist Tommaso Masaccio during the Renaissance period in 1425, this masterpiece showcases his exceptional talent and artistic vision. At first glance, one's attention is immediately drawn to the skeletal figure depicted at the base of the painting. The delicate brushstrokes beautifully highlight every intricate detail of bones and joints, creating a striking representation of mortality. This symbolical imagery serves as a reminder of life's transience and our shared fate. Masaccio's skillful use of light and shadow adds depth to this composition, enhancing its dramatic impact. The skeleton stands against a dark background that accentuates its presence while contrasting with the luminous figures above it. This juxtaposition emphasizes both physical decay and spiritual transcendence. As we contemplate this artwork from centuries past, we are transported back to an era defined by cultural rebirth and intellectual curiosity—the Renaissance. In this time of great artistic innovation, Masaccio's work stood out for its realism and emotional intensity. Through this print brought to us by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we have an opportunity to appreciate not only Masaccio's genius but also marvel at how art can transcend time and connect us with profound human experiences such as life's impermanence.
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