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The Creation of the Animals. Detail of the mosaic of the first dome of the narthex in St. Mark's Basilica in Venice
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The Creation of the Animals. Detail of the mosaic of the first dome of the narthex in St. Mark's Basilica in Venice
The Creation of the Animals. Detail of the mosaic of the first dome of the narthex in St. Mark's Basilica in Venice Venice St. Mark's Basilica, narthex Mosaic Byzantine Style, Byzantine Art, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca.. Date of Artwork:XII sec
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-038682-0000
Media ID 33118076
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Animal Arabian Camel Aries Ram Bible Old Testament Bull Byzantine Art Gesture God The Father Inscription Mantle Cloak Medieval People Rabbit Wild Boar
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The Creation of the Animals - A Glimpse into Byzantine Art at St. Mark's Basilica
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. This print transports us back in time to the first dome of the narthex in St. Mark's Basilica, Venice. The intricate mosaic depicted here showcases "The Creation of the Animals" a remarkable masterpiece from the 12th century. In this detail, we witness an array of gestures and instruments that communicate divine power and creativity. Inscriptions and writings adorn the scene, adding depth to its symbolism. Amongst them, a majestic horse stands tall while terrestrial mammals such as bulls, rabbits, wild boars, and Arabian camels roam freely. At the center of it all is God the Father himself, overseeing his magnificent creation with grace and authority. Surrounding him are people dressed in medieval period costumes and fashionably adorned accessories—a testament to their devotion to both religion and style during that era. The Byzantine style shines through every element captured by Alinari Fratelli's lens—each brushstroke meticulously crafted to depict biblical scenes from the Old Testament. Notably present is an Aries ram wearing a mantle or cloak—an emblematic symbol associated with sacrifice throughout history. As we delve deeper into this artwork frozen in time by Alinari Fratelli between 1920-1930 AD. , we can't help but marvel at how it encapsulates Europe's rich cultural heritage spanning over two millennia—the First and Second Millenniums AD. Let this print serve as a reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with artistry, faith, nature, and our eternal connection with animals—a timeless tribute to Byzantine art that continues to captivate hearts even today.
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