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The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Temple, 1433-34 (fresco)
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The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Temple, 1433-34 (fresco)
XIR375144 The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Temple, 1433-34 (fresco) by Uccello, Paolo (1397-1475); Duomo, Prato, Italy; (add.info.: scenes from the life of the Virgin in the Cappella dell Assunta; Chapel of the Assumption; the parents of the Virgin, Anne and Joachim, depicted on the left, have brought their 3 year old daughter to consecrate her to God; in the Eastern Orthodox Church feast known as The Entry of the Most Holy Theotokos into the Temple and was celebrated from the 6th century; in the Western Roman Church the festival was introduced in the 14th century; story is not found in the New Testament but derives from the apocryphal Gospel of Saint James; ); Italian, out of copyright
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This print showcases Paolo Uccello's masterpiece, "The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Temple". Painted as a fresco in 1433-34, this artwork can be found in the Duomo of Prato, Italy. In this scene from the life of the Virgin Mary, we witness an intimate moment filled with religious significance. On the left side of the fresco, Anne and Joachim, parents of Mary, lovingly present their three-year-old daughter to consecrate her to God. The couple's devotion is palpable as they entrust their precious child into divine hands. The composition exudes a sense of reverence and spirituality. The figures are depicted with delicate details and adorned with halos that symbolize their holiness. A group of priests stands nearby on a grand staircase leading up to an elevated platform where Mary will be received by temple authorities. "The Presentation" is not mentioned in the New Testament but originates from apocryphal texts like Saint James' Gospel. This event holds great significance for both Eastern Orthodox and Western Roman churches; it marks The Entry of the Most Holy Theotokos into the Temple. Uccello's skillful use of color and perspective brings this sacred moment to life on these ancient walls. Through this photo print, viewers can appreciate his mastery while immersing themselves in a profound spiritual narrative that has captivated audiences for centuries.
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