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The Vision of Saint Bernard, c1520. Creator: Domenico Puligo
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The Vision of Saint Bernard, c1520. Creator: Domenico Puligo
The Vision of Saint Bernard, c1520. Seated at a reading desk in front of a landscape, St. Bernard of Clairvaux (1090-1153) has a vision of the Virgin Mary attended by two angels. The saint, who wears the white habit of the Cistercian order of monks, was known for his devotion to the Virgin, and several mystical visions of her were ascribed to him
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This 16th century oil on panel painting, titled "The Vision of Saint Bernard," is a masterpiece by the Italian artist Domenico Puligo, created around the 1520s. The painting depicts Saint Bernard of Clairvaux, a renowned abbot and theologian of the Cistercian order, engrossed in a devotional reading at his desk in front of a scenic landscape. The saint, dressed in the traditional white habit of the Cistercian monks, is deeply absorbed in his reading when he is interrupted by a divine apparition. The vision consists of the Virgin Mary, attended by two angels, who have emerged from the landscape behind Saint Bernard. Mary, depicted as the Madonna, is shown wearing a flowing robe of vibrant colors, with her hands extended in a gesture of blessing. The two angels, clad in flowing robes, flank her and seem to be guiding her appearance before the saint. Saint Bernard, known for his deep devotion to the Virgin Mary and the numerous mystical visions attributed to him, is depicted here in a humble and reverent posture, kneeling before the apparition. The painting's rich detail, from the intricate textures of the robes to the lush landscape, showcases the artistic skill of Domenico Puligo and the enduring influence of the Renaissance period on European art. This painting, with its evocative depiction of spiritual transcendence and devotion, is a testament to the enduring power of religious art and the role it plays in shaping our cultural heritage. It is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art, Christianity, or the spiritual traditions of Europe.
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