The Assumption of the Virgin, between c1734 and c1740. Creator: Gaspare Diziani

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The Assumption of the Virgin, between c1734 and c1740. Creator: Gaspare Diziani

The Assumption of the Virgin, between c1734 and c1740

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This stunning oil on canvas painting, titled "The Assumption of the Virgin," was created by the Italian artist Gaspare Diziani between 1734 and 1740. The artwork is a beautiful depiction of the biblical event of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary into heaven. In the painting, Mary, the Madonna, is shown in the center, dressed in elegant robes and surrounded by angels and cherubs. She is depicted in a moment of prayer, with her eyes closed and her hands folded in supplication. Above her, Christ and other angels are shown in the act of lifting her up to the heavens, signifying her assumption into eternal life. The painting is filled with vibrant colors and intricate details, making it a stunning example of 18th-century European art. The cherubs and angels are depicted in various poses, some bowing in reverence, others playing musical instruments or holding flowers. The painting was originally housed in the Notre Dame du Folgoet monastery in Brittany, France, and is now part of the collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). It is a cherished piece of Christian heritage and a testament to the rich artistic traditions of Europe during the eighteenth century.

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