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Altarpiece of St. Barnaba, detail showing Saint John the Baptist
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Altarpiece of St. Barnaba, detail showing Saint John the Baptist
LRI4620545 Altarpiece of St. Barnaba, detail showing Saint John the Baptist, Saint Ignatius of Antioch, 1487 (tempera on wood) by Botticelli, Sandro (Alessandro di Mariano di Vanni Filipepi) (1444/5-1510); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Pala di San Barnaba (Altarpiece of St. Barnaba): Our Lady has a child with Saint Catherine of Alexandria, Saint Augustine, Saint Barnaba and Saint John the Baptist, Saint Ignatius of Antioch and the Archangel Saint Michael. Detail showing Saint John the Baptist with his fur coat (bete skin), Saint Ignatius of Antioch with his mitre and his hand wearing a glove on a heart representing his Catholic faith. Painting by Sandro Filipepi dit Botticelli (1445-1510), 1487. Tempera on wood. Firenze, Galleria degli Uffizi (Florence, Uffizi Museum)); Luisa Ricciarini; Italian, out of copyright
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail from the renowned Altarpiece of St. Barnaba, painted by the legendary artist Sandro Botticelli in 1487. The focus of this particular section is on Saint John the Baptist, depicted with his distinctive fur coat made of bete skin. Standing beside him is Saint Ignatius of Antioch, wearing his mitre and holding a glove over a heart symbolizing his unwavering Catholic faith. The Altarpiece itself is an exquisite masterpiece that portrays various significant figures from Christian history and mythology. In addition to Saint John the Baptist and Saint Ignatius of Antioch, it features Our Lady with a child alongside other saints such as Catherine of Alexandria, Augustine, Barnaba, and Archangel Michael. Botticelli's meticulous attention to detail and mastery in using tempera on wood are evident in every brushstroke captured in this photograph. The painting exudes religious symbolism while showcasing the artist's profound understanding of Renaissance art techniques. Displayed at the Galleria degli Uffizi in Florence, Italy, this artwork continues to inspire awe among viewers who appreciate its historical significance and artistic brilliance. Through Luisa Ricciarini's lens, we are granted a glimpse into this sacred piece that encapsulates both spiritual devotion and artistic genius for all admirers of fine art to behold.
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