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Scenes from the Old Testaments and decoration, 12th century (mosaic)
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Scenes from the Old Testaments and decoration, 12th century (mosaic)
3611422 Scenes from the Old Testaments and decoration, 12th century (mosaic) by Byzantine, (12th century); Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Nuova), Monreale, Sicily, Italy; (add.info.: " The Cathedral in Monreale - built between 1170 and 1189 - is inscribed on UNESCOs World Heritage List. The Monreale Cathedral, Norman Arabic architecture, founded in 1174 by King William II. It includes also Benedictine monastery, two stone towers and a carved porch. In the interior there is a cloister with a garden with 228 white marble columns with capitals telling eposodes from the bible. In the arches of the central nave there are monumental and complex golden mosaics that tell episodes of the ancient testament.
Il Duomo di Monreale, architettura arabo normanna, fondato nel 1174 dal Re Guglielmo II. Si integra con un monastero benedettino, due torri di pietra e un portico scolpito. Nella sua parte interna A presente un chiostro con giardino con 228 colonne in marmo bianco con capitelli che raccontano episodi della bibbia. Nelle arcate della navata centrale sono presenti mosaici dorati monumentali e complessi che raccontano episodi dell antico testamento."
); eGiulio Azzarello; out of copyright
Media ID 22447160
© Giulio Azzarello / Bridgeman Images
Aisle Arabic Arches Byzantine Ceiling Chapel Christians Decorations Duomo Gospel Monastery Mosaic Mosaics Norman Pantocrator Sicily
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This print captures the intricate beauty of "Scenes from the Old Testaments and decoration" a 12th-century mosaic found in the Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Nuova) in Monreale, Sicily, Italy. The Duomo itself is a remarkable architectural masterpiece built between 1170 and 1189 and has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The mosaic artwork depicted in this image tells episodes from the Bible through its monumental and complex golden mosaics adorning the arches of the central nave. These stunning mosaics transport viewers back to ancient times, bringing to life stories from the Old Testament. The Monreale Cathedral is not only renowned for its religious significance but also for its Norman Arabic architecture. Founded by King William II in 1174, it encompasses a Benedictine monastery, two stone towers, and an intricately carved porch. Inside this magnificent cathedral lies a cloister with a garden featuring an astonishing display of 228 white marble columns adorned with beautifully crafted capitals that depict various biblical episodes. Giulio Azzarello's skillful photography allows us to appreciate every detail of this historic masterpiece. Through his lens, we can marvel at the artistry and craftsmanship that went into creating these timeless scenes from religious history. This print serves as both a visual feast for art enthusiasts and a glimpse into centuries-old traditions preserved within Monreale's sacred walls.
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