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Detail of a bas-relief on the monument to Pope Clemente VIII. Work by Camillo Mariani. Paolina Chapel, Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore, Rome
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Detail of a bas-relief on the monument to Pope Clemente VIII. Work by Camillo Mariani. Paolina Chapel, Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore, Rome
Detail of a bas-relief on the monument to Pope Clemente VIII. Work by Camillo Mariani. Paolina Chapel, Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore, Rome. Rome Paolina Chapel, Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore Low Relief, Basrelief Late Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1917. Date of Artwork:1590 - 1611 ca.. Artist:Ferratta, Ercole
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Media ID 33146895
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Armor Military Camp Military Helmet Christian Religion Headdress Civilian Military And Defensive
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail of a bas-relief on the monument to Pope Clemente VIII, located in the Paolina Chapel of Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome. The work, skillfully created by Camillo Mariani during the late Renaissance period, showcases intricate craftsmanship and attention to detail. The bas-relief itself is an exquisite example of Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods that dominated Europe during the first and second millennium A. D. It depicts a scene from the Bible's New Testament, featuring various elements such as horses, terrestrial mammals, vertebrates, military camps, defensive structures, angels, figures adorned with armor and military clothing. One cannot help but be drawn to the angelic figure portrayed in this artwork. With its majestic wings spread wide open against a backdrop of ornate architecture and religious symbolism like helmets and headdresses associated with Christian religion. This piece truly embodies both artistic brilliance and spiritual significance. Captured in 1917 by Anderson from Alinari studios - renowned for their exceptional photography skills - this photograph allows us to appreciate Ercole Ferratta's original masterpiece dating back to 1590-1611 ca. , which still stands as a testament to human creativity even after centuries have passed. As we gaze upon this remarkable image frozen in time through Anderson's lens, we are transported back to an era where art flourished under the influence of great masters like Mariani. It serves as a reminder of our rich cultural heritage while also inspiring awe at humanity's ability to create enduring beauty that transcends generations.
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