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The Immaculate Conception, c. 1680. Creator: Bartolome Esteban Murillo (Spanish, 1617-1682)
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The Immaculate Conception, c. 1680. Creator: Bartolome Esteban Murillo (Spanish, 1617-1682)
The Immaculate Conception, c. 1680. The doctrine of the Immaculate Conception maintains that the Virgin Mary was conceived free from sin, therefore ready to be the pure vessel for Christs birth. The Immaculate Conception enjoyed intense devotion in Spain during the 1600s, although it was only accepted as official doctrine in the 1860s. The abstract subject required artists to develop appropriate imagery. The crescent moon, for example, comes from the New Testament vision of Saint John the Evangelist (Revelation 12:1) of " a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet."
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This print showcases Bartolome Esteban Murillo's masterpiece, "The Immaculate Conception" created around 1680. The painting beautifully depicts the doctrine of the Immaculate Conception, which asserts that the Virgin Mary was conceived without sin and thus prepared to be the pure vessel for Christ's birth. During the 1600s in Spain, devotion to this concept was fervent, although it only became officially recognized as doctrine in the 1860s. Murillo skillfully tackles this abstract subject by crafting imagery that resonates with viewers. One notable element is the crescent moon, inspired by Saint John the Evangelist's vision from Revelation 12:1. In his vision, he describes a woman clothed with the sun and having the moon under her feet. Through his masterful use of oil on canvas, Murillo brings forth a sense of ethereal beauty and divine grace in this artwork. The colors are vibrant yet soft, enveloping Mary in an aura of purity and holiness. Displayed at The Cleveland Museum of Art, this piece exemplifies Murillo's exceptional talent as a Spanish artist during the 17th century. It serves as a testament to both religious devotion and artistic innovation during that era. Heritage Art/Heritage Images has captured every intricate detail of this remarkable painting through their expert photography skills. This print allows art enthusiasts worldwide to appreciate Murillo's genius while contemplating upon one of Christianity's most cherished beliefs – Mary's
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