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Scenes from the Old Testaments and decoration, 12th century (mosaic)
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Scenes from the Old Testaments and decoration, 12th century (mosaic)
3611467 Scenes from the Old Testaments and decoration, 12th century (mosaic) by Byzantine, (12th century); Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Nuova), Monreale, Sicily, Italy; (add.info.: " The Cathedral in Monreale - built between 1170 and 1189 - is inscribed on UNESCOs World Heritage List. The Monreale Cathedral, Norman Arabic architecture, founded in 1174 by King William II. It includes also Benedictine monastery, two stone towers and a carved porch. In the interior there is a cloister with a garden with 228 white marble columns with capitals telling eposodes from the bible. In the arches of the central nave there are monumental and complex golden mosaics that tell episodes of the ancient testament.
Il Duomo di Monreale, architettura arabo normanna, fondato nel 1174 dal Re Guglielmo II. Si integra con un monastero benedettino, due torri di pietra e un portico scolpito. Nella sua parte interna A presente un chiostro con giardino con 228 colonne in marmo bianco con capitelli che raccontano episodi della bibbia. Nelle arcate della navata centrale sono presenti mosaici dorati monumentali e complessi che raccontano episodi dell antico testamento."
); eGiulio Azzarello; out of copyright
Media ID 23127892
© Giulio Azzarello / Bridgeman Images
12th Century Aisle Arabic Arches Byzantine Ceiling Chapel Christians Columns Decorations Dome Duomo Gospel Monastery Mosaic Mosaics Norman Pantocrator Sicily
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of "Scenes from the Old Testaments and decoration" a 12th-century mosaic found in the Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Nuova) in Monreale, Sicily, Italy. The Duomo itself is an architectural marvel, built between 1170 and 1189 and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Monreale Cathedral, characterized by its Norman Arabic architecture, was founded in 1174 by King William II. Alongside the cathedral stands a Benedictine monastery, two stone towers, and a stunning carved porch. Inside this magnificent structure lies a cloister with an enchanting garden adorned with 228 white marble columns featuring intricately designed capitals that depict episodes from the Bible. However, it is within the arches of the central nave where true splendor unfolds. Monumental and complex golden mosaics narrate various episodes from the ancient testament. These shimmering masterpieces transport viewers back in time to witness biblical stories come alive through vibrant colors and meticulous craftsmanship. Photographer Giulio Azzarello beautifully captures this timeless artwork through his lens, allowing us to appreciate every delicate detail preserved within this historical treasure. This print serves as both a visual feast for art enthusiasts worldwide and a reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with religious narratives depicted through artistic expression.
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