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Prayer in the Garden of Olives Christ in prayer sees the angel who carries him the Holy
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Prayer in the Garden of Olives Christ in prayer sees the angel who carries him the Holy
LRI4579160 Prayer in the Garden of Olives Christ in prayer sees the angel who carries him the Holy Grail and announces his death. The apoters of St. Peter, St. John and St. James are asleep. Painting on wood by Lorenzo Monaco (ca. 1370-ca. 1423/1424) Florence, Galleria del Accademia by Monaco, Lorenzo (1370-1425); Galleria dell Accademia, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Prayer in the Garden of Olives Christ in prayer sees the angel who carries him the Holy Grail and announces his death. The apoters of St. Peter, St. John and St. James are asleep. Painting on wood by Lorenzo Monaco (ca. 1370-ca. 1423/1424) Florence, Galleria del Accademia); Luisa Ricciarini; Italian, out of copyright
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Apotre Ease Eyesight Fatigue Grail Olive Garden Prostration Saint James The Major Saint John Saint Peter Trecento Aureole Quattrocento
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This print captures the essence of Lorenzo Monaco's masterpiece, "Prayer in the Garden of Olives". The painting depicts a profound moment in Christ's life as he prays and witnesses an angel approaching him with the Holy Grail, foretelling his impending death. In this scene, St. Peter, St. John, and St. James are depicted asleep nearby. Lorenzo Monaco's skillful use of paint on wood brings to life the fatigue and weariness that Christ must have felt during this pivotal moment. The delicate details of the aureole surrounding Christ add an ethereal touch to the composition, emphasizing its religious significance. The artist expertly captures both tranquility and tension in this Renaissance artwork. While Christ is deep in prayer and contemplation, his apostles rest unaware of what is about to unfold. This contrast between ease and prostration creates a sense of anticipation for viewers. As we gaze upon this treasured piece from Florence's Galleria del Accademia, we cannot help but be drawn into its rich symbolism and spiritual depth. It serves as a reminder of faith's power even amidst challenging circumstances. Luisa Ricciarini has beautifully captured every nuance of Lorenzo Monaco's original work through her lens, preserving its timeless beauty for all art enthusiasts to appreciate today.
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