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A chest and frontal originating from Curmayeur, with Christ between the Virgin Mary and Saints Margaret, Peter, Pantaleone, Paul and Catherine, work located in the Civic Antique Art Museum in Turin
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A chest and frontal originating from Curmayeur, with Christ between the Virgin Mary and Saints Margaret, Peter, Pantaleone, Paul and Catherine, work located in the Civic Antique Art Museum in Turin
A chest and frontal originating from Curmayeur, with Christ between the Virgin Mary and Saints Margaret, Peter, Pantaleone, Paul and Catherine, work located in the Civic Antique Art Museum in Turin Turin Civic Antique Art Museum Chest, Relief, Altar Frontal Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1930 ca.. Date of Artwork:XIII sec
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-030450-0000
Media ID 33131915
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Clergygothic Jesus Christ Christ Child Virgin Mary Christian Religion
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This print captures the essence of a magnificent artwork housed in the Civic Antique Art Museum in Turin. The image showcases a chest and frontal originating from Curmayeur, adorned with intricate carvings and exquisite details that transport us back to the Middle Ages. At the center of this masterpiece stands Christ, radiating divine grace and compassion. Flanked by the Virgin Mary on one side and an array of saints including Margaret, Peter, Pantaleone, Paul, and Catherine on the other, this composition evokes a sense of reverence and spirituality. The craftsmanship displayed in this work is awe-inspiring. Each figure is meticulously sculpted with lifelike precision, their expressions conveying profound devotion. The delicate folds of fabric drape gracefully around them while ornate patterns adorn every inch of the chest and frontal. Dating back to the 13th century, this Gothic altar frontal represents Europe's rich cultural heritage during its first millennium. It serves as a testament to both artistic skill and religious fervor prevalent during that era. Alinari's photograph beautifully captures not only the physicality but also the spiritual significance embodied within this artwork. Through careful lighting techniques and framing choices, Alinari brings out every intricate detail for viewers to appreciate. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph print today - taken somewhere between 1920-1930 - we are reminded of our connection to history; how art has always been an integral part of human expression across time. This image invites us into a world where faith meets artistry – where beauty transcends centuries – leaving us captivated by its timeless allure.
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