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Window-sill tile from the choir from the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta in Torcello. Carved drinking peacocks and plant patterns
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Window-sill tile from the choir from the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta in Torcello. Carved drinking peacocks and plant patterns
Window-sill tile from the choir from the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta in Torcello. Carved drinking peacocks and plant patterns. Venice Torcello, Cathedral Low Relief, Basrelief Byzantine Style, Byzantine Art, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1915-1920 ca.. Date of Artwork:X-XI secc
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-013046-0000
Media ID 33142679
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Birds Byzantine Art Diet Drinking Eating Habits Peacock Vegetable Abstract Concept And Symbol Type Of Representation
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This print showcases a remarkable window-sill tile from the choir of the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta in Torcello. The intricate carving on this piece depicts drinking peacocks and delicate plant patterns, capturing the essence of Byzantine art and architecture. Dating back to the X-XI centuries, this low relief bas-relief exemplifies the artistic mastery of that era. The Byzantine style is evident in every detail, reflecting Europe's rich cultural heritage during the first and second millenniums A. D. The image itself was captured by Alinari, Fratelli between 1915-1920. It beautifully captures not only the craftsmanship but also highlights various elements within this artwork. The peacocks symbolize elegance and beauty while representing birds as vertebrates in nature. Additionally, these carved scenes depict an allegory related to diet and eating habits with their focus on drinking scenes and vegetable motifs. As part of architectural decoration, such exquisite sections adorned cathedrals like Santa Maria Assunta in Torcello. This particular tile serves as a testament to human creativity throughout history. Through this photograph print, we are transported back in time to appreciate both the skillful craftsmanship involved in creating such masterpieces as well as gain insight into ancient cultures' abstract concepts and symbols. While it is important not to mention commercial use or any specific company associated with this print by Alinari, Fratelli; let us cherish its existence for allowing us to marvel at timeless artistry that continues to inspire generations even today.
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