Counter-Reformation or Catholic Reformation
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Counter-Reformation or Catholic Reformation
Counter-Reformation or Catholic Reformation. Luther is codmened by the Vatican Curia. Decoration of the ceiling of the Sistine Hall, comissioned by the Pope Sixtus V to Andrea Lilli, Francesco Vanni, Ventura Salimbeni, Ferra� zone y Antonio Viviani. Fresco. VATICAN CITY. Bibliotheca Apostolica Vaticana (Vatican Library)
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Andrea Antonio Ceiling Counter Curia Francesco Lilli Luther Pope Reformation Sistine Sixtus Vanni Vatican Ventura Salimbeni
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1. Title: "The Condemnation of Luther in the Sistine Hall: A Symbol of the Catholic Reformation" The captivating image before you transports us back to the tumultuous 16th century, an era marked by religious upheaval and the dawn of the Counter-Reformation or Catholic Reformation. The photograph depicts a section of the magnificent ceiling decoration in the Sistine Hall of the Vatican City, commissioned by Pope Sixtus V in the late 1580s. The central scene in this intricately detailed fresco, created by a team of skilled artists including Andrea Lilli, Francesco Vanni, Ventura Salimbeni, Ferraù Fenzone, and Antonio Viviani, portrays the solemn condemnation of Martin Luther by the Vatican Curia. This momentous event took place in 1520, when the Catholic Church formally denounced Luther's Ninety-Five Theses, sparking the Protestant Reformation. The fresco's grandeur underscores the power and authority of the Catholic Church during the Counter-Reformation, a period of spiritual and artistic renewal aimed at reasserting the Church's influence and countering the Protestant movement. The intricate designs, rich colors, and biblical scenes adorning the ceiling of the Sistine Hall serve as a testament to the Church's wealth and influence during this time. As you gaze upon this photograph, imagine the vibrant colors and intricate details that once adorned the actual fresco, evoking the rich history and complexity of the Counter-Reformation era. The Condemnation of Luther in the Sistine Hall stands as a powerful symbol of the Catholic Church's response to the Protestant Reformation and its enduring influence on the religious and artistic landscape of Europe.
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