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Monument to Contessa Matilde of Canossa, St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City
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Monument to Contessa Matilde of Canossa, St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City
Monument to Contessa Matilde of Canossa, St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City State of the Vatican City St. Peter's Basilica Funerary Monument Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:1613-1680 ca.. Artist:Bernini Gian Lorenzo (1598-1680), Speranza, Stefano
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ADA-F-000223-0000
Media ID 33150065
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Female Figure Literature And Fiction Puttobaroque Abstract Concept And Symbol Type Of Representation
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This print showcases the magnificent Monument to Contessa Matilde of Canossa, located in the iconic St. Peter's Basilica within Vatican City. The monument, created during the Baroque and Renaissance-Baroque periods, stands as a testament to the rich history and artistic brilliance of Europe. Dating back to approximately 1613-1680 AD, this awe-inspiring artwork was crafted by none other than Gian Lorenzo Bernini, one of the most renowned sculptors of his time. Collaborating with Stefano Speranza, Bernini masterfully captures both the elegance and strength embodied by Contessa Matilde through their creation. The photograph itself was taken around 1890 AD, allowing us a glimpse into this timeless masterpiece that has withstood centuries. It beautifully highlights every intricate detail - from the delicate female figure representing allegory and abstract concepts to its symbolic significance in literature and fiction. The Monument to Contessa Matilde is a true representation of Puttobaroque style prevalent during that era. Its presence within St. Peter's Basilica adds an extra layer of grandeur to this already breathtaking structure. As we admire this print captured by Anderson from Alinari, we are transported back in time - witnessing firsthand the fusion between Renaissance and Baroque styles that defined European art for generations. This image serves as a reminder not only of our shared cultural heritage but also of humanity's enduring pursuit for beauty and expression throughout history.
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