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3611419 Mosaics and Organ by Byzantine, (12th century); Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Nuova), Monreale, Sicily, Italy; (add.info.: " The Cathedral in Monreale - built between 1170 and 1189 - is inscribed on UNESCOs World Heritage List. The Monreale Cathedral, Norman Arabic architecture, founded in 1174 by King William II. It includes also Benedictine monastery, two stone towers and a carved porch. In the interior there is a cloister with a garden with 228 white marble columns with capitals telling eposodes from the bible. In the arches of the central nave there are monumental and complex golden mosaics that tell episodes of the ancient testament.
Il Duomo di Monreale, architettura arabo normanna, fondato nel 1174 dal Re Guglielmo II. Si integra con un monastero benedettino, due torri di pietra e un portico scolpito. Nella sua parte interna A presente un chiostro con giardino con 228 colonne in marmo bianco con capitelli che raccontano episodi della bibbia. Nelle arcate della navata centrale sono presenti mosaici dorati monumentali e complessi che raccontano episodi dell antico testamento."
); eGiulio Azzarello; out of copyright
Media ID 22980070
© Giulio Azzarello / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases the exquisite beauty of the Mosaics and Organ in Monreale Cathedral, Sicily. Dating back to the 12th century, this Byzantine masterpiece is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Italy. The cathedral itself is an architectural marvel, blending Norman Arabic influences with stunning craftsmanship. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, Monreale Cathedral was founded by King William II in 1174. It encompasses not only the grand cathedral but also a Benedictine monastery, two stone towers, and a meticulously carved porch. Inside, visitors are greeted by a breathtaking cloister adorned with 228 white marble columns featuring intricately designed capitals that depict biblical episodes. However, it is within the arches of the central nave where true magnificence unfolds. Monumental golden mosaics grace these walls, narrating stories from ancient scriptures. Each mosaic panel tells its own tale from the Old Testament with remarkable complexity and artistry. Photographer Giulio Azzarello has masterfully captured this awe-inspiring scene through his lens. His skillful composition allows viewers to appreciate every intricate detail of these centuries-old mosaics while highlighting their vibrant colors and shimmering gold accents. This print serves as both a visual feast for art enthusiasts and a reminder of Italy's rich cultural heritage preserved within its magnificent cathedrals like Monreale.
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