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The Descent into Limbo, 1442 (fresco) - Detail de : La descente dans les limbes
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The Descent into Limbo, 1442 (fresco) - Detail de : La descente dans les limbes
DGA5454157 The Descent into Limbo, 1442 (fresco) - Detail de : La descente dans les limbes. Fresque de Guido da Pietro (ou Fra Giovanni da Fiesole) dit Fra Angelico ou il Beato (1400-1455), 1442. Cellule 29 du Couvent de San Marco, Florence (Museo di San Marco, Firenze). eBattaglini/Leemage by Angelico, Fra (Guido di Pietro/Giovanni da Fiesole) (c.1387-1455); Museo di San Marco, Florence, Italy; Photo eNicol Orsi Battaglini; Italian, out of copyright
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Aureola Catholic Cross Life After Death Resurrection Quattrocento
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail from "The Descent into Limbo" a fresco painted by Fra Angelico in 1442. The artwork is located in Cellule 29 of the Couvent de San Marco, Florence, and is now housed in the Museo di San Marco. In this particular section of the fresco, we witness an intense biblical scene depicting Jesus Christ's descent into Limbo after his death. Fra Angelico masterfully portrays the moment when Jesus breaks down the gates of Limbo, liberating souls trapped there since Adam and Eve's time. The artist's attention to detail is evident as he skillfully depicts each figure with intricate expressions and gestures. The painting exudes religious symbolism with its depiction of aureolas surrounding various characters, emphasizing their divine nature. A flag bearing a cross symbolizes Christianity while representing Jesus' victory over death through his resurrection. Fra Angelico's use of vibrant colors and meticulous brushwork brings life to this sacred subject matter. This masterpiece serves as a testament to both the artistic talent and spiritual devotion that characterized Renaissance Italy. This print offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate not only Fra Angelico's artistic genius but also delve deeper into themes such as faith, redemption, and life after death depicted within this remarkable piece of art history.
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