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The vision of Ezekiel, with the dead rising and putting on their flesh
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The vision of Ezekiel, with the dead rising and putting on their flesh
The vision of Ezekiel, with the dead rising and putting on their flesh, God the Father above in the sky, 1579
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The Vision of Ezekiel - A Haunting Glimpse into the Afterlife
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. In this print, Giovanni Battista Fontana takes us on a journey through time to witness the chilling scene from the Book of Ezekiel. The engraving depicts an otherworldly moment as God the Father hovers above in the sky, surrounded by billowing clouds. Below, we are confronted with a macabre sight - corpses rising from their graves and donning flesh once more. Fontana's attention to detail is remarkable; every bone and sinew is meticulously etched, creating a sense of eerie realism. Amongst these resurrected figures are cherubs and putti, symbolizing both innocence and divine intervention in this realm of death. The artist skillfully captures the horror and awe-inspiring nature of this biblical event. Rays of light pierce through darkened skies, illuminating the scene with an ethereal glow. The ruins of a cemetery serve as a haunting backdrop, emphasizing mankind's mortality against the backdrop of eternity. This 16th-century masterpiece not only showcases Fontana's artistic prowess but also serves as a reminder of our own mortality while exploring themes such as resurrection and religious devotion. As we gaze upon this image centuries later, it continues to evoke feelings of fascination mingled with trepidation – reminding us that life is fleeting but faith endures throughout time.
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