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JESUS & MONEYCHANGER. Detail, Merchants Driven from Temple. Fresco, c1304-06, by Giotto
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JESUS & MONEYCHANGER. Detail, Merchants Driven from Temple. Fresco, c1304-06, by Giotto
JESUS & MONEYCHANGER.
Detail, Merchants Driven from Temple. Fresco, c1304-06, by Giotto
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Bondone Christianity Expelled Finance Fresco Giotto Halo Jesus Merchant New Testament 1304
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In this print titled "JESUS & MONEYCHANGER. Detail, Merchants Driven from Temple" we are transported back in time to witness a powerful moment captured by the renowned artist Giotto. This fresco, created between 1304 and 1306, showcases an iconic scene from the New Testament. The image depicts Jesus standing amidst chaos as he confronts the moneychangers within the temple walls. With divine authority emanating from his haloed head, Jesus expels these merchants who have turned a sacred space into a marketplace for their own gain. Giotto's masterful brushwork brings this pivotal event to life with vivid detail and emotion. The expressions on both Jesus' face and those of the expelled merchants reflect intense confrontation and disbelief. Through skillful use of color and light, Giotto captures not only the physical expulsion but also conveys the spiritual significance of this act. This artwork serves as a reminder of Christianity's teachings on greed and materialism while emphasizing Jesus' commitment to upholding moral values within religious spaces. It is a testament to Giotto's genius that even centuries later, viewers can still feel moved by his portrayal of this transformative moment in history. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of Renaissance artistry, we are reminded that it is through such works that artists like Giotto continue to inspire contemplation about faith, spirituality, and our relationship with wealth in today's world.
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