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Saint Ursula and Her Maidens, c. 1410 (tempera and gold on wood)
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Saint Ursula and Her Maidens, c. 1410 (tempera and gold on wood)
3618009 Saint Ursula and Her Maidens, c.1410 (tempera and gold on wood) by Pietro, Nicolo di (fl.1394-1430); 94 x 78.7 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Saint Ursula is shown with some of the eleven thousand virgins with whom she is said to have been martyred with an arrow in Cologne around 383 A.D. on her return from a pilgrimage to Rome. The decorative richness derives from trade with the middle east and the import of Islamic textiles.
); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23120500
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Arrow Arrows Attendants Cologne Crowned Early Renaissance Enthroned Maiden Martyred Panel Patterned Pilgrimage St Ursula Ursula Virgins
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This print showcases "Saint Ursula and Her Maidens" by Pietro, Nicolo di. Created in 1410, this tempera and gold on wood masterpiece measures 94 x 78.7 cm and is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The painting depicts Saint Ursula, a revered Christian figure, accompanied by some of the eleven thousand virgins with whom she was martyred in Cologne around 383 A. D. According to legend, they were killed by arrows upon their return from a pilgrimage to Rome. The panel exudes an air of early Renaissance elegance with its ornate decoration influenced by trade with the Middle East and imported Islamic textiles. Intricate patterns adorn the wooden surface while flags flutter amidst attendants surrounding Saint Ursula who sits enthroned as a crowned virgin. This Gothic-inspired artwork beautifully captures the essence of religious devotion during that era. The image evokes a sense of reverence for Saint Ursula's sacrifice and highlights her role as a martyr within Christianity. The painting's decorative richness adds depth to its storytelling, emphasizing both the spiritual significance and artistic prowess behind it. With its detailed portrayal of maidens adorned in patterned attire, this piece serves as an exquisite example of Italian artistry from centuries past. Its historical context intertwines with themes of faith, martyrdom, and devotion – making it an invaluable addition to any collection or exhibition focused on religious iconography or early Renaissance masterpieces.
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