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Symbolic representation of the Universe. Detail of a siren mosaic in Rome, 12th century (mosaic)
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Symbolic representation of the Universe. Detail of a siren mosaic in Rome, 12th century (mosaic)
JEB4853819 Symbolic representation of the Universe. Detail of a siren mosaic in Rome, 12th century (mosaic); 360x440 cm; (add.info.: Romanesque mosaic of the four rivers, 12th century, pavement of the altar of the chapel of Saint Nicholas, inside the Old Episcopal Palace. Around the polar star, the four rivers of Earth Paradise (Tiger, Euphrates, Gehon and Phison) are figures in the form of heads of human bulls spitting nets of water. Each river is associated with a symbol probably alluding to the different periods of Holy History. The West-East part dedicated to the land and freshwater animals, fish, crayfish, pelican, dog and stork. The marine world occupies the northeast corner with red waves, black algae and fish. The four cardinal points are symbolized by wind heads and rosettes. A red stream represents the Ocean River that surrounds the Earth. The southeast part evokes the vegetation born by water and that pecked birds. (Drome)); © Jean Bernard. All rights reserved 2023
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This stunning print captures the intricate and symbolic representation of the Universe found in a 12th-century siren mosaic in Rome. The mosaic, measuring 360x440 cm, depicts the four rivers of Earth Paradise - Tiger, Euphrates, Gehon, and Phison - as heads of human bulls spitting nets of water around the polar star.
Each river is associated with a symbol that likely alludes to different periods of Holy History. The West-East part showcases land and freshwater animals like fish, crayfish, pelican, dog, and stork. In the northeast corner lies the marine world with red waves, black algae, and fish. The four cardinal points are represented by wind heads and rosettes while a red stream symbolizes the Ocean River surrounding Earth.
The southeast part evokes vegetation born from water alongside pecking birds. This Romanesque mosaic adorns the pavement of the altar in the chapel of Saint Nicholas inside the Old Episcopal Palace.
The level of detail and symbolism present in this artwork is truly mesmerizing as it offers a glimpse into ancient beliefs about creation and nature. It serves as a reminder of our connection to both earthly elements and celestial bodies within the vast expanse of the Universe.
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