Cappellone Degli Spagnuoli Collection

The Pope and the Emperor, fresco in the Spanish Chapel, Santa Maria Novella, Florence
AMO117217 The Pope and the Emperor, fresco in the Spanish Chapel, Santa Maria Novella, Florence, 19th century (w/c on paper) by Ruskin, John (1819-1900); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

The Descent into Limbo, from the Spanish Chapel, 1366-88 (fresco)
ALI249471 The Descent into Limbo, from the Spanish Chapel, 1366-88 (fresco) by Andrea di Bonaiuto (Andrea da Firenze) (fl.1343-77); Santa Maria Novella, Florence

The Church Militant and Triumphant, detail of the secular authorities with Santa Maria
BEN72859 The Church Militant and Triumphant, detail of the secular authorities with Santa Maria del Fiore in the background, from the Spanish Chapel

The Triumph of Catholic Doctrine, personified in St. Thomas Aquinas
BEN123098 The Triumph of Catholic Doctrine, personified in St. Thomas Aquinas, from the Spanish Chapel, c.1365 (fresco) by Andrea di Bonaiuto (Andrea da Firenze) (fl.1343-77); Santa Maria Novella

The Church Militant and Triumphant, in the Spanish Chapel, detail of Rhetoric, Cicero, Grammar and Aelius Donatus
ALI192946 The Church Militant and Triumphant, in the Spanish Chapel, detail of Rhetoric, Cicero, Grammar and Aelius Donatus

The Church Militant and Triumphant, detail of SS. Thomas and Peter confuting the heretics
BEN72860 The Church Militant and Triumphant, detail of SS. Thomas and Peter confuting the heretics, from the Spanish Chapel; c.1369 (fresco) (detail of 31612) by Andrea di Bonaiuto (Andrea da Firenze)

The Descent into Limbo, from the Spanish Chapel, 1366-88 (fresco) (detail of 249471)
ALI309553 The Descent into Limbo, from the Spanish Chapel, 1366-88 (fresco) (detail of 249471) by Andrea di Bonaiuto (Andrea da Firenze) (fl.1343-77); Santa Maria Novella, Florence

The Church Militant and Triumphant, detail of the secular authorities with Santa Maria
BAT309486 The Church Militant and Triumphant, detail of the secular authorities with Santa Maria del Fiore in the background, from the Spanish Chapel

The Church Militant and Triumphant, in the Spanish Chapel, c. 1369 (fresco)
BEN31612 The Church Militant and Triumphant, in the Spanish Chapel, c.1369 (fresco) by Andrea di Bonaiuto (Andrea da Firenze) (fl.1343-77); Santa Maria Novella, Florence

The Church Militant and Triumphant, detail of the left hand side, c. 1366-68 (fresco)
XIR439908 The Church Militant and Triumphant, detail of the left hand side, c.1366-68 (fresco) (detail of 72859, 31612) by Andrea di Bonaiuto (Andrea da Firenze) (fl.1343-77); Santa Maria Novella

The Church Militant and Triumphant, in the Spanish Chapel, detail of the right hand side, c
XIR166383 The Church Militant and Triumphant, in the Spanish Chapel, detail of the right hand side, c.1369 (fresco) by Andrea di Bonaiuto (Andrea da Firenze) (fl.1343-77); Santa Maria Novella

The Road to Calvary, from the Spanish Chapel, c. 1365 (fresco)
XIR130096 The Road to Calvary, from the Spanish Chapel, c.1365 (fresco) by Andrea di Bonaiuto (Andrea da Firenze) (fl.1343-77); Santa Maria Novella, Florence

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

The "Cappellone degli Spagnuoli" is a magnificent fresco located in the Spanish Chapel of Santa Maria Novella in Florence. This masterpiece, created between 1365 and 1369, depicts various scenes that showcase the power and influence of the Catholic Church during that time. One notable section of the fresco portrays The Pope and the Emperor, symbolizing the close relationship between religious and secular authorities. It highlights their collaboration for mutual benefit and control over society. Another captivating scene is The Descent into Limbo, which illustrates Christ's journey to free souls from purgatory after his crucifixion. This powerful image serves as a reminder of redemption and salvation through faith. In The Church Militant and Triumphant, we see an intricate depiction of both earthly rulers alongside heavenly figures like Santa Maria. This juxtaposition emphasizes how religion played a significant role in shaping political structures during this period. St. Thomas Aquinas personifies The Triumph of Catholic Doctrine, representing intellectualism within the church. His inclusion showcases the importance placed on theological teachings during this era. Rhetoric also finds its place in this artwork with depictions of Cicero, Grammar, and Aelius Donatus. These figures represent education as an essential tool for spreading religious ideas effectively. SS. Thomas and Peter are depicted confuting heretics in another section of this grand fresco. Their presence signifies the church's commitment to defending its beliefs against any opposition or dissenting views. The Road to Calvary offers a poignant portrayal of Christ's suffering before his crucifixion—a reminder to believers about sacrifice and devotion to their faith.