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St. John the Evangelist (side view), marble, Donato di Niccol di Betto Bardi detto Donatello (1386-1466), Museo dell'Opera del Duomo di Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence
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St. John the Evangelist (side view), marble, Donato di Niccol di Betto Bardi detto Donatello (1386-1466), Museo dell'Opera del Duomo di Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence
St. John the Evangelist (side view), marble, Donato di Niccol di Betto Bardi detto Donatello (1386-1466), Museo dell'Opera del Duomo di Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence Florence Museo dell'Opera del Duomo di Santa Maria del Fiore Statue Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1938 ca.. Date of Artwork:1400-1466. Artist:Donato di Niccol di Betto Bardi known as Donatello
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-063639-0000
Media ID 33121757
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Bookearly Renaissance Evangelist John John The Evangelist Christian Religion
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This photograph captures the side view of a magnificent marble statue of St. John the Evangelist, created by the renowned artist Donato di Niccol di Betto Bardi, better known as Donatello. The sculpture is housed in the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo di Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence, Italy. Donatello's mastery is evident in every detail of this early Renaissance artwork. The delicate features and graceful posture of St. John reflect the artist's ability to breathe life into stone. This particular angle allows us to appreciate the intricate folds of his clothing, which are meticulously carved with precision and realism. As an evangelist and one of Jesus Christ's closest disciples, St. John holds great significance in Christian religion. In his hands rests a book - possibly representing the Bible's New Testament - symbolizing his role as a writer and recorder of divine teachings. The fusion of Renaissance-Baroque styles can be observed in this masterpiece, showcasing Donatello's innovative approach that bridged two distinct periods in art history. It serves as a testament to Europe's rich cultural heritage during both the first and second millenniums A. D. Captured around 1938 by Alinari Fratelli, this photograph not only preserves an exquisite work of art but also offers us a glimpse into fashion trends prevalent during that time period. However, it is important to note that commercial use should not be associated with this image or its subject matter. In summary, this striking print immortalizes Donatello's remarkable sculpture depicting St. John the Evangelist from an intriguing side perspective while highlighting its historical context within early Renaissance Europe.
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