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Detail of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin, known as "The choir of angels playing music", Dome of the transept, from 1534 (fresco)
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Detail of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin, known as "The choir of angels playing music", Dome of the transept, from 1534 (fresco)
3715101 Detail of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin, known as " The choir of angels playing music", Dome of the transept, from 1534 (fresco) by Ferrari, Gaudenzio (1474/80-1546); Sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin of Miracles, Saronno, Italy; (add.info.: Saronno, Shrine of Our Lady of Miracles: the dome of the transept with the great fresco " Assumption of the Blessed Virgin", known as " The choir of angels playing music" painted by Gaudenzio Ferrari from 1534.Paradise is essentially represented by the multitude of angelic presences, placed to crown the face of God and to welcome the arrival of the Virgin.The angels playing music constitute the most varied orchestra of stringed and percussion instruments that has never been painted.Fifty-six different musical instruments can be identified, the most recognizable ones are ancient instruments, the others have been created by the artists imagination. The following instruments are recognized: alpenhorn (horn of the Alps), altobasso, harp, bombard, cimballini or small plates, bagpipes, cornet, flute, pan or syringe flute, hurdy-gurdy, lyre, lute, nyastaranga, ribeca, viella, salterio or zither, tambourine
Saronno, Santuario della Beata Vergine dei Miracoli: la cupola del transetto con il grande affresco " Assunzione della Beata Vergine", meglio noto come " Coro di angeli musicanti" vera e propria allegoria del Paradiso, affrescata da Gaudenzio Ferrari a partire dal 1534.A raffigurare il Paradiso e essenzialmente la moltitudine delle presenze angeliche, poste a far da corona al volto di Dio e ad accogliere l arrivo della Vergine.Gli angeli musicanti compongono la piu variegata orchestra di strumenti a corde ed a fiato ed a percussione che mai sia stata dipinta.Si possono contare ben cinquantasei diversi strumenti musicali, i piu riconoscibili come strumenti antichi, altri usciti dalla fantasia dell artista. Si riconoscono i seguenti strumenti: alpenhorn (corno delle Alpi), altobasso, arpa, bombarda, cimballini o piccoli piatti, cornamusa, cornetto, flauto (dolce e traverso), flauto di Pan o siringa, ghironda, lira, liuto, nyastaranga, organo portativo, ribeca, viella, salterio o cetra, tamburo e tamburello, timpani, triangolo, tromba, viola.Particolare.); Ghigo Roli
Media ID 25133496
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin, known as "The choir of angels playing music", located in the Dome of the transept at the Sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin of Miracles in Saronno, Italy. Painted by Gaudenzio Ferrari in 1534, this fresco is a true masterpiece. The image captures paradise itself, represented by a multitude of angelic beings surrounding and adorning God's face while welcoming the arrival of the Virgin Mary. What makes this artwork truly extraordinary is its depiction of an orchestra composed entirely of angels playing various musical instruments. In fact, there are fifty-six different instruments identifiable within this celestial ensemble. Among these instruments are ancient ones like alpenhorn (horn from Alps), altobasso, harp, bombard, cimballini or small plates, bagpipes, cornet flute pan or syringe flute hurdy-gurdy lyre lute nyastaranga ribeca viella salterio or zither tambourine. However, many others were born solely from the artist's imagination. This particular print allows viewers to appreciate every intricate detail and vibrant color used by Ferrari to bring his vision to life. It serves as a testament to his artistic genius and creativity. Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply captivated by heavenly scenes filled with divine music and beauty, this print is sure to leave you awe-inspired.
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