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"Visit Prisoners:" detail of the frieze depicting the Seven Works of Mercy, located above the loggia of the Ospedale del Ceppo in Pistoia. This scene is by Santi Buglioni
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"Visit Prisoners:" detail of the frieze depicting the Seven Works of Mercy, located above the loggia of the Ospedale del Ceppo in Pistoia. This scene is by Santi Buglioni
"Visit Prisoners:" detail of the frieze depicting the Seven Works of Mercy, located above the loggia of the Ospedale del Ceppo in Pistoia. This scene is by Santi Buglioni Pistoia High Relief High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900 ca.. Date of Artwork:XV-XVI secc.. Artist:Buglioni, Santi
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-010261-0000
Media ID 33111084
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Apron Bucket Footwear Grillhigh Renaissance Mantle Cloak Person And Social Status Prisoner For Daytime Headdress Civilian Society And Politics
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Visit Prisoners - A Glimpse into Renaissance Compassion
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. This print transports us back to the High Renaissance period, specifically to the Ospedale del Ceppo in Pistoia, Italy. The image showcases a remarkable detail of the frieze depicting the Seven Works of Mercy, created by the talented artist Santi Buglioni. The scene captures a profound moment of empathy and benevolence as a figure clad in religious attire visits prisoners within their confines. The intricate details on their clothing and headdress reflect the fashion trends of that era. With an apron tied around their waist and donning a cloak-like mantle, this individual exudes authority and compassion simultaneously. Through this powerful composition, we witness not only societal dynamics but also psychological aspects at play. The prisoners are depicted with somber expressions, reflecting their plight while awaiting redemption or release from captivity. Their worn-out clothing hints at their social status and serves as a stark contrast to the visitor's regal appearance. The setting itself adds depth to this narrative; framed by an ornate window grill, it symbolizes both confinement and hope for liberation. A bucket placed nearby suggests practical assistance being offered to those imprisoned. As we delve deeper into history through this photograph captured around 1900 AD, we appreciate how Buglioni masterfully blended elements from different artistic styles – High Renaissance with touches of Baroque influence – creating an artwork that transcends time. Alinari Fratelli skillfully preserved this significant piece through photography, allowing us today to marvel at its beauty while contemplating themes such as mercy, justice, and humanity's capacity for compassion across centuries. This print invites us on an evocative journey through Europe's rich cultural heritage during one of its most transformative periods – truly capturing the essence of art's ability to transcend boundaries and touch our souls.
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