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The Mass at Bolsena, Stanza di Eliodoro, 1512-14 (fresco)
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The Mass at Bolsena, Stanza di Eliodoro, 1512-14 (fresco)
703088 The Mass at Bolsena, Stanza di Eliodoro, 1512-14 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: It is said that in 1263 during a mass at Bolsena, a skeptical priest witnessed the bread of the Eucharist begin to bleed. Pope Urban IV instituted the Feast of Corpus Christi the following year to celebrate the miracle.); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22394902
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Bleeding Blood Corpus Christi Eucharist Frescoes Holy Communion Mass Miracle Miracles Rituals Transformation Transubstantiation Bolsena Monks Room Of Heliodorus
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This print captures Raphael's masterpiece, "The Mass at Bolsena" found in the Stanza di Eliodoro. Painted between 1512 and 1514, this fresco depicts a significant event in Catholic history. The scene portrays a skeptical priest who witnesses an extraordinary miracle during a mass held in Bolsena in 1263. Legend has it that as the priest doubted the transubstantiation of bread into the body of Christ, he saw drops of blood miraculously appear on the Eucharist. This awe-inspiring event led Pope Urban IV to establish the Feast of Corpus Christi to commemorate this divine intervention. Raphael's talent shines through his meticulous brushwork and attention to detail, bringing this miraculous moment to life. The vivid colors and intricate composition draw viewers into this sacred space within Vatican City's Museums and Galleries. "The Mass at Bolsena" not only celebrates a pivotal moment in Christian history but also showcases Raphael's mastery of Renaissance artistry. Through this powerful image, we are reminded of the transformative power of faith and how miracles can strengthen our beliefs. Vincenzo Pirozzi skillfully captures every nuance of Raphael's original work with his photography expertise, allowing us to appreciate its beauty from afar. This print serves as a testament to both religious devotion and artistic brilliance for all admirers seeking inspiration from centuries past.
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