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Madonna in glory with Saint John the Baptist, Saint Gregory the Great, Saint Benedict and... 1497. Creator: Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506)
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Madonna in glory with Saint John the Baptist, Saint Gregory the Great, Saint Benedict and... 1497. Creator: Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506)
Madonna in glory with Saint John the Baptist, Saint Gregory the Great, Saint Benedict and Saint Jerome, 1497. Found in the collection of the Pinacoteca del Castello Sforzesco, Milan
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Andrea 1431 1506 Infant Christ Jesus Child Mantegna Milan Pinacoteca Del Castello Sforzesco School Of Mantua Tempera On Panel Throne Virgin Enthroned
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Andrea Mantegna's masterpiece, "Madonna in Glory with Saint John the Baptist, Saint Gregory the Great, Saint Benedict, and Saint Jerome," painted in 1497, is a breathtaking representation of the Virgin Mary in her celestial glory, cradling the infant Christ. The painting, housed in the Pinacoteca del Castello Sforzesco in Milan, Italy, is a testament to the artistic prowess of the School of Mantua during the Renaissance period. Mantegna's use of tempera on panel creates a vivid and intricately detailed image. The Virgin Mary, dressed in regal robes, sits majestically on a throne, surrounded by an ethereal aura of gold and light. Her son, Jesus Christ, gazes serenely at the viewer, his tiny hands reaching out in a gesture of blessing. Three saints are depicted in the painting, each with significant roles in the Christian faith. Saint John the Baptist, dressed in camel's hair and holding a cross, represents the forerunner of Christ. Saint Gregory the Great, wearing papal robes, symbolizes the spiritual leader of the Church. Saint Benedict, with his traditional black habit and a book in hand, represents the founder of the Benedictine monastic order. Saint Jerome, with his lion and a book, represents the scholar and translator of the Bible. The inclusion of these saints underscores the importance of the Bible and the role of spiritual leaders in interpreting its teachings. This painting is a visual feast for the eyes, showcasing Mantegna's exceptional skill in composition, color, and detail. It is a reminder of the rich artistic heritage of Italy during the Renaissance period and the enduring influence of the New Testament on Western art.
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