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The Marriage of the Virgin, 1668 (oil on canvas on wood panel)
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The Marriage of the Virgin, 1668 (oil on canvas on wood panel)
3588529 The Marriage of the Virgin, 1668 (oil on canvas on wood panel) by Ramirez, Pedro (1638-79); 192.1x128 cm; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA, USA; (add.info.: Desposorios del la Virgen
Subject based on apocryphal accounts in 13th century Golden Legend by Jacobus de Voragine. A Jewish high priest is flanked by the holy couple. Joseph holds the flowering staff to symbolize that he was chosen by God to marry the Virgin. The scene is presided over by the Holy Ghost in a circle of light, as two majestic hands descend from the heavens to embrace the couple and sanctify the union. ); Mexican, out of copyright
Media ID 23632916
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The Marriage of the Virgin
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is a captivating oil painting by Pedro Ramirez, dating back to 1668. This exquisite artwork, displayed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art in California, USA, depicts a significant moment based on apocryphal accounts from the 13th-century Golden Legend. In this scene, we witness a Jewish high priest standing alongside the holy couple - Joseph and Mary. Joseph holds a flowering staff as a symbol of his divine selection to marry the Virgin. The focal point of the painting lies in the presence of the Holy Ghost, represented by a radiant circle of light above them. From this heavenly realm, two majestic hands descend to embrace and sanctify their union. Ramirez's attention to detail and mastery in capturing emotions are evident throughout this piece. The composition beautifully portrays elements from both Christian and Jewish traditions while emphasizing unity between different faiths. This remarkable work not only showcases religious themes but also highlights Spanish colonial influences with its Latin American setting. It serves as an important cultural artifact representing New Spain during that era. "The Marriage of the Virgin" invites viewers into an ethereal world where love transcends boundaries and faith unites diverse communities. Ramirez's skillful brushwork brings forth profound symbolism that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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