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The Bringing of the Rods to the Temple (From the cycles of The Life of the Blessed... 1304-1306. Creator: Giotto di Bondone (1266-1377)
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The Bringing of the Rods to the Temple (From the cycles of The Life of the Blessed... 1304-1306. Creator: Giotto di Bondone (1266-1377)
The Bringing of the Rods to the Temple (From the cycles of The Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary), 1304-1306. Found in the collection of the Cappella degli Scrovegni, Padua
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Cappella Degli Scrovegni Desponsata Florentine School Fresco Giotto Di Bondone 1266 1377 High Priest Marriage Of Joseph And Mary Marriage Of The Virgin Mary And Joseph Matrimony Padua Saint Joseph Sposalizio Wedlock Mother Of God
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a masterpiece by the renowned Italian painter Giotto di Bondone, is a captivating scene from the cycles of The Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary, painted between 1304 and 1306. This exquisite fresco can be found in the Cappella degli Scrovegni in Padua, Italy. The painting depicts an essential moment in the New Testament, the marriage of Joseph and Mary. According to the biblical account, when Joseph discovered that Mary was pregnant before their union, an angel appeared to him in a dream and revealed that the child was conceived by the Holy Spirit. To legitimize their marriage, Joseph and Mary went to the Temple to present the required offerings and have their union blessed. In this painting, Giotto masterfully captures the essence of the scene. Joseph and Mary, dressed in the finest garments of the time, approach the Temple with reverence and humility. The High Priest, with a stern expression, extends his hand to receive the rods, symbolizing their consent to the marriage. The Madonna, with a serene and gentle expression, presents the rods to the High Priest, while Saint Joseph looks on with a mixture of relief and devotion. The painting's intricate details, vibrant colors, and lifelike figures are characteristic of the Florentine School and the Gothic style. The fresco's setting, with its ornate architecture and lush vegetation, adds to the overall grandeur of the scene. The Bringing of the Rods to the Temple is a testament to Giotto's exceptional artistic abilities and his profound understanding of the human condition. This painting continues to captivate audiences and remains an enduring symbol of the sacred bond of matrimony and the divine intervention in human affairs.
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