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Italy. Siena. Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption. 13th
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Italy. Siena. Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption. 13th
Italy. Siena. Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption. 13th-14th centuries. Facade. By Giovanni Pisano (c.1250-1315)
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13th Assumption Dome Duomo Facade Gable Giovanni Lunette Marble Marian Metropolitan Mosaic Pisano Portal Romanesque 14th
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This breathtaking photograph captures the awe-inspiring facade of the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, also known as the Duomo di Siena, located in the heart of the medieval city of Siena, Italy. Dating back to the 13th and 14th centuries, this architectural masterpiece is a testament to the rich artistic and cultural heritage of Europe during the Middle Ages. Designed primarily in the Gothic style, with elements of Romanesque and classical influences, the cathedral's facade is a visual feast for the eyes. The intricately carved marble panels, created by renowned Italian sculptor Giovanni Pisano (c.1250-1315), depict scenes from the Old and New Testaments, as well as the life of the Virgin Mary. The central portal, adorned with a rose window and topped by a gable, leads to the open-air nave of the cathedral. The intricate lunette above the portal features a mosaic of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, surrounded by saints and angels. The cathedral's most striking features, however, are the pinacles and pinnacles that adorn the facade, reaching towards the sky and adding a sense of verticality and dynamism to the structure. The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption in Siena is not only a place of worship but also a symbol of the enduring power of art and architecture to inspire and captivate. This photograph invites us to pause and reflect on the beauty and complexity of the world around us, as well as the rich history and traditions that have shaped our collective human experience.
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