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Stuccoed decoration representing Angels holding festoons. Sauli Chapel, Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, Milan
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Stuccoed decoration representing Angels holding festoons. Sauli Chapel, Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, Milan
Stuccoed decoration representing Angels holding festoons. Sauli Chapel, Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, Milan. Milan Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie Low Relief, Basrelief High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930. Date of Artwork:XVI sec
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-031859-0000
Media ID 33135733
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Festoonhigh Renaissance Literature And Fiction Putto Vegetal Element Or Composition
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This print transports us to the Sauli Chapel, nestled within the grand Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan. The stuccoed decoration depicted here showcases a mesmerizing scene of angels gracefully holding festoons. The intricate details of this artwork, dating back to the XVI century, exemplify the mastery of high Renaissance craftsmanship. The figures are delicately sculpted, their ethereal forms exuding a sense of divine beauty and serenity. Each angel seems to come alive as they hold onto festoons with utmost care and elegance. As we gaze upon this photograph captured between 1920-1930 by Alinari, Fratelli, we can't help but marvel at how time has preserved such an exquisite piece of art. The play between light and shadow adds depth to the image, enhancing our appreciation for every curve and contour. The fusion of Renaissance-Baroque styles is evident in this composition; it represents a harmonious blend that characterizes European art during this period. This stunning bas-relief stands as a testament to human creativity across centuries. Beyond its artistic significance lies a deeper connection to literature and fiction, particularly biblical narratives from the New Testament. These heavenly beings symbolize purity and spirituality while adorning themselves with lush vegetation in the form of festoons. Alinari's photograph allows us to admire this remarkable work from afar while capturing its essence for generations to come. It serves as a reminder that even amidst changing times, masterpieces like these continue to inspire awe and wonderment – bridging gaps between past eras and contemporary audiences alike.
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