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Panel with the Creation of Adam by Jacopo della Quercia, sculpted for the main portal of the Church of San Petronio, Bologna
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Panel with the Creation of Adam by Jacopo della Quercia, sculpted for the main portal of the Church of San Petronio, Bologna
Panel with the Creation of Adam by Jacopo della Quercia, sculpted for the main portal of the Church of San Petronio, Bologna. Bologna Tile Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1930 ca.. Date of Artwork:1425 ca.. Artist:Della Quercia Jacopo (1374-1438)
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-035458-0000
Media ID 33132075
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Adam Bible Old Testament Finger Gesture God The Father Hand People Parts Of The Body
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This photograph captures a timeless masterpiece, "Panel with the Creation of Adam" by Jacopo della Quercia. Sculpted for the main portal of the Church of San Petronio in Bologna, this panel is an exquisite example of early Renaissance art. The artwork itself dates back to around 1425, showcasing Della Quercia's exceptional talent and attention to detail. The image depicts a powerful scene from the Bible's Old Testament - God reaching out his hand towards Adam, bestowing upon him the gift of life. It is a moment that symbolizes divine creation and human existence. In this photograph, we are able to appreciate every intricate element meticulously carved by Della Quercia's skilled hands. The gesture between God and Adam conveys both intimacy and grandeur, while their anatomically precise bodies showcase the artist's mastery over sculpting human forms. Surrounding them are lush vegetal elements that add depth and symbolism to the composition. These natural motifs represent growth, fertility, and abundance - alluding to the bountiful blessings bestowed upon humanity through divine intervention. The photograph itself was taken sometime between 1920-1930 by Alinari Fratelli, capturing not only Della Quercia's masterpiece but also preserving it for future generations to admire. Through this lens, we can marvel at how art transcends time and space – connecting us with centuries-old stories while simultaneously evoking emotions within our own contemporary context. As we gaze upon this print today, let us be reminded of humanity's eternal quest for knowledge and understanding – forever intertwined with our spiritual beliefs. May it inspire us to seek beauty in every form as we navigate our own journeys through life.
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