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Martyrdom of St. Lawrence, Giacomo Serpotta (1656-1732), Oratorio di San Lorenzo, Palermo
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Martyrdom of St. Lawrence, Giacomo Serpotta (1656-1732), Oratorio di San Lorenzo, Palermo
Martyrdom of St. Lawrence, Giacomo Serpotta (1656-1732), Oratorio di San Lorenzo, Palermo Palermo Oratorio di S. Lorenzo Sculpture Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1915-1920 ca.. Date of Artwork:1698-1710.. Artist:Serpotta Giacomo (1656-1732)
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-019548-0000
Media ID 33113090
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Cloud Drapery Functions And Treatments For The Body Garlandbaroque Gesture Grill Lawrence Literature And Fiction Mantle Cloak Meteorological Military Helmet Pain Soldier Wood Wreath Christian Religion Headdress Civilian Natural Elements And Phenomena Vegetal Element Or Composition
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This photograph captures the essence of Giacomo Serpotta's masterpiece, the "Martyrdom of St. Lawrence" housed in the Oratorio di San Lorenzo in Palermo. Taken between 1915-1920, this print showcases the intricate details and emotional depth of Serpotta's sculpture. The artwork itself was created between 1698-1710 by Serpotta Giacomo, a renowned artist of his time. The photograph beautifully highlights the Baroque and Renaissance-Baroque styles that define this period in European art history. In this scene, we witness St. Lawrence enduring immense pain as he is martyred for his Christian faith. The soldier responsible for inflicting suffering upon him stands stoically beside him, while an angel hovers above with a gesture of compassion. The architecture surrounding them adds to the grandeur of the composition - an arch frames their figures against a cloudy sky, creating a dramatic contrast between natural elements and human suffering. Serpotta's attention to detail is evident in every aspect captured by Alinari Fratelli's lens: from the soldier's military helmet to St. Lawrence's flowing drapery and wreath adorning his head. As we gaze at this print, we are transported back in time to witness not only a historical event but also experience physiological and psychological aspects associated with martyrdom. Through its depiction of pain and sacrifice intertwined with religious devotion, this photograph serves as a powerful reminder of humanity’s capacity for resilience even amidst adversity. It invites us to reflect on our own beliefs and values while appreciating both artistic mastery and historical significance embodied within it.
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