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Cross in Majesty (Maiestas Crucis). Fresco, detail
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Cross in Majesty (Maiestas Crucis). Fresco, detail
Fresco depicting the Cross, with the image of Christ in the center (Maiestas Crucis), detail. Northern vestibule. 11th century. Faras Cathedral (Sudan). Faras Gallery. National Museum. Warsaw. Poland. Date: 2018
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11th Center Christ Crucis Faras Fresco Gallery Iconography Jesus Kazimierz Lower Michalowski Nubia Poland Professor Sudan Vestibule Warsaw Maiestas
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This stunning detail from the 11th century Maiestas Crucis fresco in the Northern vestibule of Faras Cathedral, located in the National Museum in Warsaw, Poland, provides a captivating glimpse into the rich history of early Christian art in Africa. The image of Christ in the center of the cross is depicted in majesty, with his outstretched arms and serene expression. This intricately painted detail is a testament to the artistic and religious traditions of the Lower Nubia region, which was a significant center of Christianity in Africa during the medieval period. The Maiestas Crucis, or Majesty of the Cross, is a common theme in Christian iconography, representing the triumph of Christ's crucifixion and resurrection. The fresco's vibrant colors and intricate details show the skill and artistry of the unknown artist who created this masterpiece over 1,000 years ago. Faras Cathedral, also known as the Church of St. George, was built during the Macrocosmian period of the Christian Kingdom of Nobatia in Nubia, Sudan. The cathedral, which was originally located on the island of Faras, was later dismantled and reassembled in the National Museum in Warsaw in the 1960s. Professor Kazimierz Michalowski, a renowned Polish archaeologist and historian, played a significant role in the excavation and restoration of Faras Cathedral and other ancient sites in Nubia. His groundbreaking research has shed new light on the history and culture of this fascinating region, which was once a melting pot of African, Arab, and European influences. The Maiestas Crucis fresco is just one of the many treasures housed in the Faras Gallery of the National Museum in Warsaw, which showcases the rich artistic and historical heritage of Nubia and the broader African continent.
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