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St. Francis offering Roses to the Apparition of Christ and the Virgin, fresco from the Porziuncola, 1393 (fresco)
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St. Francis offering Roses to the Apparition of Christ and the Virgin, fresco from the Porziuncola, 1393 (fresco)
696570 St. Francis offering Roses to the Apparition of Christ and the Virgin, fresco from the Porziuncola, 1393 (fresco) by Ilario da Viterbo (fl. 1393); Santa Maria degli Angeli, Assisi, Italy; (add.info.: Fresco from the Porziuncola, a small church located within the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli, near Assisi. In this church St. Francis (c.1181- 1226) founded the Order of Friars Minor, and it is seen as the birthplace of the Franciscan movement. ); Italian, out of copyright
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This fresco, titled "St. Francis offering Roses to the Apparition of Christ and the Virgin" transports viewers back in time to 1393. Painted by Ilario da Viterbo, this masterpiece adorns the walls of the Porziuncola, a small church nestled within the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli near Assisi, Italy. The Porziuncola holds great significance as it was here that St. Francis founded the Order of Friars Minor and initiated the Franciscan movement. This fresco captures a pivotal moment in St. Francis' spiritual journey as he presents roses to an apparition of Christ and the Virgin Mary. Surrounded by heavenly attendants playing angelic music on various instruments, St. Francis is depicted with utmost reverence and devotion towards his divine vision. The scene exudes a sense of worship and veneration as flowers bloom abundantly around him. Notably, one can observe a maid or housemaid diligently cleaning nearby—a reminder that even amidst sacred moments, everyday tasks continue to be carried out faithfully. Ilario da Viterbo's skillful brushwork brings this medieval artwork to life with vibrant colors and intricate details. As we gaze upon this painting from Fine Art Finder's collection courtesy of Bridgeman Images, we are transported into a world where faith intertwines with beauty—an eternal testament to St. Francis' enduring legacy and devotion to God's love.
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