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Detail from The Allegory of Christian Learning, Capellone degli Spagnoli
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Detail from The Allegory of Christian Learning, Capellone degli Spagnoli
875232 Detail from The Allegory of Christian Learning, Capellone degli Spagnoli, 1365-67 (fresco) by Andrea di Bonaiuto (Andrea da Firenze) (fl.1343-77); Museo di Santa Maria Novella, Florence, Italy; eGiuliano Valsecchi; Italian, out of copyright
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© Giuliano Valsecchi / Bridgeman Images
Arithmetic Cardinal Craft Geometry Grammar Labours Mental Niche Niches Personification Personifications Philosophy Physical Rhetoric Skill Skills Theological Theology Thomas Triumph Triumphs Virtue Virtues Aquinas
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail from "The Allegory of Christian Learning" by Andrea di Bonaiuto, also known as Andrea da Firenze. The fresco, located in the Capellone degli Spagnoli at the Museo di Santa Maria Novella in Florence, Italy, dates back to 1365-67. In this intricate artwork, we witness a profound representation of various virtues and skills associated with Christian learning. The cardinal figures depicted here symbolize different aspects of knowledge and education. From geometry to rhetoric, arithmetic to music, grammar to philosophy - each niche showcases a specific area of expertise. The craftsmanship displayed is remarkable; every brushstroke brings life to these personifications of mental and physical labor. This Gothic masterpiece not only pays homage to Saint Thomas Aquinas but also serves as an allegorical tribute to the triumphs achieved through theological studies. As we delve into this image's depths, we are transported into a world where skill and virtue intertwine harmoniously. It reminds us that true learning encompasses both intellectual pursuits and moral development. Giuliano Valsecchi's expertly captured photograph allows us to appreciate the intricacies of this painting even from afar. Through his lens, we can marvel at the rich colors and fine details that make up this timeless work of art.
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