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The redeemer gives the commandments to the apostles. Bas-relief from the architrave of the portal of the church of St Bartolomeo in Pantano in Pistoia
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The redeemer gives the commandments to the apostles. Bas-relief from the architrave of the portal of the church of St Bartolomeo in Pantano in Pistoia
The redeemer gives the commandments to the apostles. Bas-relief from the architrave of the portal of the church of St Bartolomeo in Pantano in Pistoia Pistoia Piazza di St Bartolomeo in Panzano High Relief, Low Relief, Basrelief Romanesque, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900 ca.. Date of Artwork:1167. Artist:Gruamonte
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-010153-0000
Media ID 33110994
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Apostles Life Of Christ Maleromanesque Of A Group Subject
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This photograph captures a moment frozen in time, as "The redeemer gives the commandments to the apostles" in an exquisite bas-relief from the architrave of the portal of the church of St Bartolomeo in Pantano, Pistoia. The high relief sculpture is a remarkable example of Romanesque artistry dating back to 1167. In this scene, we witness Jesus Christ bestowing his divine wisdom upon his chosen apostles. The figures are beautifully carved with intricate details, their expressions conveying awe and reverence for their teacher. Each apostle stands before him, dressed in ancient period costumes that transport us back to the Middle Ages. The artist behind this masterpiece is Gruamonte, whose skillful hands brought life to these stone figures almost eight centuries ago. Through this artwork, we glimpse into a pivotal moment in biblical history - when Jesus imparted his commandments to guide humanity towards righteousness. Alinari's expert photography showcases every nuance of this bas-relief with stunning clarity. The contrast between light and shadow adds depth and dimensionality to each figure's features, emphasizing their solemnity and devotion. As we gaze at this print today, taken around 1900 AD but capturing an artwork created centuries earlier, we are reminded not only of its historical significance but also its enduring beauty. It serves as a testament to human creativity across different eras and continents – from medieval Europe through multiple millennia. "The redeemer gives the commandments to the apostles" is more than just an image; it represents our collective heritage and spiritual journey throughout time. Thanks to Alinari's masterful lensmanship, we can appreciate this extraordinary work of art even if we cannot stand before it ourselves on Piazza di St Bartolomeo in Panzano.
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