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St Ursula with the martyred virgins (pen & brown ink heightened with white body colour
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St Ursula with the martyred virgins (pen & brown ink heightened with white body colour
615282 St Ursula with the martyred virgins (pen & brown ink heightened with white body colour on paper washed brown) by Aretusi, Pellegrino (Munari) (c.1460-1523); 26.8x19.7 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees; Italian, out of copyright
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© Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees / Bridgeman Images
Dove Doves Holy Spirit Martyred Martyrs Studies Ursula Virgins
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In this print titled "St Ursula with the martyred virgins" artist Pellegrino Aretusi (Munari) takes us on a journey into the realm of Christian martyrdom and devotion. The intricate pen and brown ink drawing, heightened with white body color, showcases Aretusi's meticulous attention to detail. At the center of the composition stands St Ursula, radiating grace and strength as she leads a group of female martyrs towards their heavenly destiny. The delicate lines and shading bring out the ethereal beauty of these women, who symbolize purity and sacrifice. A sense of solemnity pervades the scene as doves flutter around them, representing peace and divine intervention. The crowd that surrounds them is both awe-struck by their faithfulness and mournful for their impending fate. Through this study in religious iconography, Aretusi explores themes such as faith, martyrdom, and spirituality. His skillful rendering captures not only physical likeness but also emotional depth within each figure. This artwork from The Devonshire Collections at Chatsworth offers viewers an opportunity to reflect upon the power of belief in times of adversity. It serves as a reminder that even in moments of persecution or hardship, one can find solace through devotion to higher ideals. As we gaze upon this remarkable print by Pellegrino Aretusi (Munari), we are transported back in time to witness an extraordinary moment where faith intertwines with human suffering - a testament to the
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