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St. Luke, St. Matthew, two prophets and episodes from the life of Christ. Bas-reliefs by Tullio Lombardo, located in the Giustiniani chapel in the Church of San Francesco della Vigna, in Venice
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St. Luke, St. Matthew, two prophets and episodes from the life of Christ. Bas-reliefs by Tullio Lombardo, located in the Giustiniani chapel in the Church of San Francesco della Vigna, in Venice
St. Luke, St. Matthew, two prophets and episodes from the life of Christ. Bas-reliefs by Tullio Lombardo, located in the Giustiniani chapel in the Church of San Francesco della Vigna, in Venice Venice Church of San Francesco della Vigna, Giustiniani chapel Low Relief, Basrelief Late Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900 ca.. Date of Artwork:1495-1510. Artist:Lombardo, Tullio
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-012974-0000
Media ID 33125416
© Alinari Archives, Florence
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This photograph captures the intricate bas-reliefs by Tullio Lombardo, located in the Giustiniani chapel within the Church of San Francesco della Vigna in Venice. The artwork depicts St. Luke, St. Matthew, two prophets, and various episodes from the life of Christ. The bas-reliefs showcase Lombardo's mastery of late Renaissance and Renaissance-Baroque styles, reflecting the artistic trends prevalent during Europe's first and second millenniums. Created between 1495-1510, these exquisite sculptures are a testament to Lombardo's skill as an artist. In this particular scene captured by Alinari Fratelli around 1900, we see a harmonious blend of religious symbolism and human emotion. St. Luke is depicted with his characteristic attribute - an ox - symbolizing sacrifice and strength. Meanwhile, St. Matthew holds a book representing his role as an evangelist. Two prophets stand alongside them, their headdresses adding a touch of regality to their figures. These figures serve as messengers from God, delivering divine revelations to humanity throughout history. Episodes from the life of Christ unfold before our eyes: angels appearing to shepherds on Christmas night; Jesus healing the sick; disciples witnessing miracles; moments that shaped Christianity forever. Lombardo's attention to detail is evident in every fold of fabric adorning each figure's mantle or cloak – a hallmark feature of late Renaissance fashion and clothing. This photograph not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a means for communication across centuries – bridging gaps between biblical narratives found in both Old Testament prophecies and New Testament accounts written by Luke and Matthew themselves. Overall, this image invites us into an immersive experience where art intertwines with faith while showcasing one artist’s contribution to Italy’s rich cultural heritage during its golden age.
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