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St. Helena and the Miracle of the True Cross (oil on canvas)
XIR174663 St. Helena and the Miracle of the True Cross (oil on canvas) by Marmion, Simon (fl.1450-89) (attr. to); 68.2x58.7 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: mother of Emperor Constantine the Great (270-337); human corpse placed in contact with the True Cross restored to life; )
Media ID 25455976
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10"x8" Photo Print
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The captivating painting "St. Helena and the Miracle of the True Cross" by Simon Marmion transports viewers to a medieval world steeped in legend and spirituality. This oil on canvas masterpiece, measuring 68.2x58.7 cm, is housed in the prestigious Louvre Museum in Paris, France. The artwork depicts St. Helena, the mother of Emperor Constantine the Great, engaged in an awe-inspiring act of faith and devotion. In this scene, she is shown praying fervently beside a lifeless body placed in contact with the revered True Cross – believed to be fragments of Jesus Christ's crucifixion cross. As if touched by divine intervention, the corpse miraculously comes back to life before our eyes. The painting beautifully captures St. Helena's astonishment and gratitude as she witnesses this extraordinary event unfold. Meticulous attention to detail can be seen throughout Marmion's work; from the intricate costumes worn by courtiers and ladies-in-waiting to St. Helena's regal headdress that signifies her noble status. This piece not only showcases religious iconography but also reflects society's fascination with relics during that era – objects believed to possess sacred powers or connections with saints or biblical figures. With its rich historical context and masterful execution, "St. Helena and the Miracle of the True Cross" stands as a testament to both artistic skill and profound spiritual belief from fifteenth-century Europe.
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