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St. Philip Exorcising a Demon, c. 1497-1500 (fresco)
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St. Philip Exorcising a Demon, c. 1497-1500 (fresco)
BAL130099 St. Philip Exorcising a Demon, c.1497-1500 (fresco) by Lippi, Filippino (c.1457-1504); Santa Maria Novella, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: the demon exuded such a smell that many people died and the enraged priests in the temple crucified Philip upside down; ); Italian, out of copyright
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The captivating fresco, "St. Philip Exorcising a Demon" transports us to the ancient walls of Santa Maria Novella in Florence, Italy. Painted by Filippino Lippi between 1497 and 1500, this masterpiece tells a chilling tale of bravery and faith. In the center of the composition stands St. Philip, his face determined and resolute as he confronts an otherworldly creature - a grotesque demon with fiery eyes and sharp fangs. The sheer horror emanating from its twisted form is palpable, evoking both awe and fear. Surrounding St. Philip are onlookers who bear witness to this extraordinary event. A crowd has gathered around the altar, their expressions ranging from astonishment to terror. Some cover their noses in response to the foul stench exuded by the malevolent entity. Legend has it that this confrontation was so intense that many people perished due to the demon's noxious odor alone. Enraged priests within the temple even crucified St. Philip upside down for his audacity in banishing such evil forces. Lippi's masterful brushwork brings every detail to life - from intricate architectural elements like tabernacles and altars to minute features on each character's face, revealing emotions ranging from disbelief to reverence. This powerful artwork serves as a testament not only to Lippi's artistic prowess but also highlights humanity's eternal struggle against darkness and our unwavering belief in divine intervention.
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