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Early Christian art. Relief. Relief depicting Jesus in a boa
Early Christian art. Italy. Relief depicting Jesus in a boat with John, Luke and Mark coming from a sarcophagus. 4th AD. Original in the Vatican Museums. Plaster copy in Museum of Roman Civilization. Rome. Italy
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1. Title: "The Quiet Journey: A 4th Century AD Relief Depicting Jesus and the Apostles in a Boat" This relief, hailing from the early Christian era, presents an intriguing scene of Jesus and three of his apostles - John, Luke, and Mark - calmly rowing in a boat. The original piece is housed in the esteemed Vatican Museums in Rome, Italy, while a plaster copy can be found in the Museum of Roman Civilization. Dating back to the 4th century AD, this funerary art is a testament to the evolution of Christianity within the Roman Empire. The relief, carved from marble or plaster, showcases the profound impact of the new religion on the artistic traditions of the time. Jesus, depicted with a serene expression, sits in the center of the boat, while the apostles, represented as saints, row in unison. John, identified by the symbol of an eagle, sits at the stern, while Luke, signified by a winged ox, and Mark, represented by a lion, are positioned on either side of Jesus. The tranquil scene is a striking contrast to the tumultuous era in which it was created. The Roman Empire, once a pagan society, was undergoing a religious transformation, and this relief serves as a visual representation of the peaceful coexistence of the old and the new faiths. The intricate details of the relief reveal the mastery of the Early Christian artists, who skillfully blended the classical Roman artistic style with the emerging Christian symbolism. This beautiful piece of art continues to inspire awe and fascination, offering a glimpse into the rich history of Christianity and its roots in ancient Rome.
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