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The head of St. Paul, from the Raising of the Son of Theophilus, and St
XIR430545 The head of St. Paul, from the Raising of the Son of Theophilus, and St. Peter Enthroned as First Bishop of Antioch, c.1427 and c.1484-85 (fresco) (detail of 63302) by Masaccio, T. (1401-28) & Lippi, F. (1457/8-1504); Brancacci Chapel, Santa Maria del Carmine, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Tete de St Paul, Pierre ressuscite le fils de l Empereur; fresco begun by Masaccio and completed by Lippi; ); Italian, out of copyright
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Blessing Gesturing Hands Miracle Bearded Halo
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail from the iconic fresco, "The head of St. Paul, from the Raising of the Son of Theophilus, and St. Peter Enthroned as First Bishop of Antioch". Painted by renowned artists Masaccio and Lippi in the 15th century, this masterpiece resides within the Brancacci Chapel at Santa Maria del Carmine in Florence, Italy. In this particular fragment, we witness St. Paul's visage with an expression that exudes devotion and spirituality. His eyes are closed in deep prayer while his hands are clasped together in reverence. A radiant halo surrounds his head, symbolizing his saintly status. St. Paul is depicted during a miraculous moment when he resurrects Emperor Theophilus' son through divine intervention. This scene showcases not only the immense power attributed to saints but also their unwavering faith and connection to God. The intricate details captured in this print emphasize both Masaccio's initial brushstrokes and Lippi's meticulous completion of the fresco after Masaccio's untimely death. From St. Paul's flowing beard to every delicate line on his face, one can truly appreciate the skillful craftsmanship that went into creating such a profound work of art. As we gaze upon this image today, we are transported back to Renaissance-era Florence where religious fervor was intertwined with artistic brilliance – a testament to human creativity inspired by spiritual devotion.
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