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Sarcofagus following a crystalline style (Roman
Sarcofagus following a crystalline style (Roman art), 4th c. It was Alfonso III the Greats sarcofagus. From left to right, the scenes are: 1. - The resurrection of Lazarus, 2. - The arrest of Saint Peter the Apostle, guarded by two soldiers, 3.- The Miracle of the Spring: Saint Peter, while imprisoned, makes water pouring out from a rock in order to christen two soldiers, who before were watching on him and then kneeled and drank, 4.- Adam and Eve with the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil, 5.- The Feeding of the 5000, 6.- The Sacrifice of Abraham. Paleo-christian art. Relief on marble. SPAIN. Madrid. National Museum of Archaeology. Proc: SPAIN. Astorga
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Alfonso Apostle Arrest Crystalline Greats Guarded I Ii Lazarus Resurrection Sarcofagus
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. "Behold the crystalline beauty of the Sarcophagus of Alfonso III the Great, a masterpiece of Roman art from the 4th century. This intricately carved marble relief tells biblical stories from the Old and New Testaments, showcasing the resonance of faith and the interconnectedness of human experience. 2. On the left, the scene of Lazarus' resurrection unfolds, with Christ raising the beloved disciple from the dead. The crystal-clear details capture the awe and wonder of the moment, as onlookers react with disbelief and reverence. 3. In the second scene, Saint Peter the Apostle is arrested, guarded by two soldiers. The crystalline style accentuates the contrast between the rough, textured armor of the soldiers and the smooth, ethereal quality of the figures. 4. The Miracle of the Spring, depicted in the third scene, displays Saint Peter's divine intervention while imprisoned. He makes water pour from a rock, converting two soldiers who were watching him. The crystalline artistry brings the water to life, as if it's flowing before our very eyes. 5. The fourth scene features Adam and Eve, with the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil. The crystalline style emphasizes the purity and innocence of Adam and Eve before the fall, their forms radiating a delicate, translucent beauty. 6. The Feeding of the 5000 and the Sacrifice of Abraham are depicted in the remaining scenes, each one a testament to the artistry and spiritual depth of this crystalline masterpiece. 7. This precious relic, now housed in the National Museum of Archaeology in Madrid, Spain, invites us to contemplate the enduring power of faith and the intricate tapestry of human history.
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