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Undressing of San Lorenzo, stucco, Giacomo Serpotta (1656-1732), wall, Oratorio di San Lorenzo, Palermo
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Undressing of San Lorenzo, stucco, Giacomo Serpotta (1656-1732), wall, Oratorio di San Lorenzo, Palermo
Undressing of San Lorenzo, stucco, Giacomo Serpotta (1656-1732), wall, Oratorio di San Lorenzo, Palermo Palermo Oratorio di S. Lorenzo, wall Sculpture Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1902. Date of Artwork:1698-1710.. Artist:Serpotta Giacomo (1656-1732)
Anderson
ADA-F-029864-0000
Media ID 33149428
© Alinari Archives, Florence
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This photograph captures the exquisite stucco artwork known as the "Undressing of San Lorenzo" created by the talented Giacomo Serpotta in 1698-1710. The masterpiece is located on a wall within the Oratorio di San Lorenzo, nestled in the enchanting city of Palermo. The image showcases the intricate details of this Baroque sculpture, which beautifully combines elements from both Renaissance and Baroque styles. The European influence is evident throughout, reflecting artistic trends from the first and second millenniums. In this scene, we see a gesture-filled composition that tells a story. A horse stands nearby while terrestrial mammals roam freely in their natural habitat. An arch frames the central figure, adorned with decorative building elements that add to its grandeur. Above, clouds loom overhead, creating an atmospheric backdrop for this mesmerizing tableau. A soldier can be seen engaging with a person or scene off to one side, emphasizing themes of work and vocation. Meanwhile, putti figures adorn various sections of this magnificent piece. The male figure at the center represents Saint Lawrence himself - an ancient martyr revered in Christian religion. He wears clothing typical of his period while holding an instrument associated with his martyrdom: a gridiron used for grilling him alive. Amidst all these rich visual details lies lush vegetation featuring acanthus plants and trees that enhance both beauty and symbolism within Serpotta's creation. Drapery gracefully cascades down like delicate cloaks or mantles around certain figures. This remarkable print was captured by Anderson back in 1902 when photography was still evolving as an art form itself - making it not only a documentation but also a testament to historical preservation through imagery.
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