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The Entombment and the swoon of the Virgin (stone)
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The Entombment and the swoon of the Virgin (stone)
CLG279640 The Entombment and the swoon of the Virgin (stone) by Richier, Ligier (c.1500-67); St. Etienne, Saint-Mihiel, France; (add.info.: La Mise au tombeau et la pamoison de la Vierge; la Deposition; croix; Descente; sainte Femme; sepulcre; Nicomede; Joseph d Arimathie; Jean; Marie Cleophe soutenant la Vierge; ); © Clement Guillaume. All rights reserved 2022
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© Clement Guillaume. All rights reserved 2022 / Bridgeman Images
Arimathea Corpse Holy Woman Nicodemus Pain Passion Sepulchre Sorrow Swooning Sadness
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This print captures the profound emotions and religious significance of "The Entombment and the swoon of the Virgin" by Ligier Richier. Set in St. Etienne, Saint-Mihiel, France, this Renaissance masterpiece depicts a scene filled with sorrow and pain. In the foreground, we witness the lifeless body of Jesus being gently lowered into his sepulchre by Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus. Their expressions reflect deep grief as they fulfill their duty to lay Christ to rest. At the center of attention is the swooning Virgin Mary, supported by her companions Marie Cleophe and John. Overwhelmed with sadness at witnessing her son's death, she appears on the verge of collapse. The holy woman's anguish is palpable as she symbolizes both maternal love and spiritual devotion. Surrounding this poignant moment are celestial beings - angels who mourn alongside humanity for their fallen savior. Their presence adds an ethereal touch to this somber scene while reminding us that even in death, there is hope for salvation. Ligier Richier masterfully sculpted these figures from stone, capturing every nuance of human emotion with remarkable detail. Through his artistry, he invites viewers to contemplate not only Christ's sacrifice but also our own mortality and faith. This print beautifully preserves Clement Guillaume's interpretation of Richier's masterpiece – a testament to timeless art that continues to evoke powerful emotions centuries later.
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