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Tomb of Constance mother of Sixtus IV, work preserved in the Church of St. Augustine in Rome
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Tomb of Constance mother of Sixtus IV, work preserved in the Church of St. Augustine in Rome
Tomb of Constance mother of Sixtus IV, work preserved in the Church of St. Augustine in Rome Rome Church of St. Augustine Funerary Monument, Tomb Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:1477. Artist:Capponi, Luigi
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Media ID 33142972
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Augustine Brand Crest Death Festoon Jesus Christ Christ Child Life Of Christ Literature And Fiction Resurrection Scene Means Of Communication Sepulchre Structure Or Place Abstract Concept And Symbol Christian Religion Concept Or Subject Expressed Emblem Of Famous Persons Subject Vegetal Element Or Composition
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This print showcases the magnificent Tomb of Constance, mother of Sixtus IV, a remarkable work preserved in the Church of St. Augustine in Rome. The tomb itself is a true testament to the Renaissance and Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods that flourished throughout Europe during the first and second millenniums. Captured around 1890, this photograph allows us to appreciate Luigi Capponi's artistic brilliance from his original artwork created in 1477. Every intricate detail comes to life as we observe the elaborate sepulchre adorned with allegorical figures symbolizing death, resurrection, and the abstract concept of life itself. The composition features an angelic figure gracefully hovering above Constance's portrait, evoking a sense of divine presence within this sacred space. Festoons of vegetation cascade down columns while crests and emblems add an air of grandeur to this monumental structure. As we delve deeper into this image, we are reminded not only of its aesthetic beauty but also its profound spiritual significance. It serves as a powerful reminder that even in death, there is hope for resurrection and eternal life through Christ. The inclusion of St. Augustine further emphasizes the Christian religious context surrounding Constance's final resting place. This renowned saint stands as an emblematic figure representing wisdom and faith within literature and fiction. Anderson's skillful capture transports us back in time, allowing us to immerse ourselves in history while contemplating both physiological aspects such as age and psychological aspects like mortality. In conclusion, this extraordinary print preserves not just a physical representation but also encapsulates centuries worth of cultural heritage expressed through artistry at its finest.
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