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Piet; relief by Giovanni da Nola in the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie a Caponapoli, Naples
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Piet; relief by Giovanni da Nola in the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie a Caponapoli, Naples
Piet; relief by Giovanni da Nola in the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie a Caponapoli, Naples Naples Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie a Caponapoli High Relief High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1959. Date of Artwork:1500-1558. Artist:Marigliano, Giovanni (Giovanni da Nola)
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-053175-0000
Media ID 33133252
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Apostles Cross Crying Functions And Treatments For The Body Instrument Or Object Jesus Christ Christ Child John The Baptist Joseph Of Arimathea Life Of Christ Other Important Men Pain Structure Or Place Virgin Mary Subject
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This photograph captures the exquisite beauty of Giovanni da Nola's high relief sculpture, "Pietà" housed in the historic church of Santa Maria delle Grazie a Caponapoli in Naples. Taken in 1959 by Alinari, Fratelli, this print transports us back to the Renaissance period when art flourished with unparalleled creativity. The artwork itself dates back to the early 16th century, created by the talented artist Giovanni Marigliano, also known as Giovanni da Nola. This masterpiece showcases his mastery of both High Renaissance and Renaissance-Baroque styles. The intricate details and lifelike expressions on each figure are truly awe-inspiring. In this emotional scene depicted within the relief, we witness Mary cradling her son Jesus Christ after his crucifixion at Golgotha. Her sorrowful tears stream down her face as she mourns for her beloved child who sacrificed himself for humanity's salvation. Surrounding them are John the Baptist, apostles, Joseph of Arimathea, and other important men from biblical New Testament narratives. The composition is meticulously arranged with each individual conveying their own physiological and psychological aspects through their gestures and facial expressions. The cross stands tall behind them as a powerful symbol of sacrifice and redemption. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork frozen in time through Alinari's lens, we cannot help but be moved by its profound depiction of human suffering and divine compassion. It serves as a testament to the enduring power that religious art holds over our hearts even centuries later. This print not only captures an extraordinary moment in art history but also invites us to reflect on our own experiences with pain and loss while finding solace in faith.
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