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The Miracle of the Desecrated Host (Predella Panel for the church of Corpus Domini in... 1465-1469. Creator: Uccello, Paolo (1397-1475)
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The Miracle of the Desecrated Host (Predella Panel for the church of Corpus Domini in... 1465-1469. Creator: Uccello, Paolo (1397-1475)
The Miracle of the Desecrated Host (Predella Panel for the church of Corpus Domini in Urbino), 1465-1469. Found in the collection of the Galleria nazionale delle Marche, Urbino
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Florentine School Galleria Nazionale Delle Marche Paolo 1397 1475 Tempera On Panel Uccello Urbino
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a captivating masterpiece by the Florentine artist Paolo Uccello, dates back to the late 15th century and is currently housed in the esteemed Galleria nazionale delle Marche in Urbino, Italy. This remarkable painting, created between 1465 and 1469, is a predella panel for the Corpus Domini altarpiece. Uccello's mastery of perspective and attention to detail are evident in this intricately composed work. The scene depicts a miraculous event that took place in the town of Bolsena, Italy, in 1263. According to legend, during the consecration of a priest, the Host became visible on a corporal, a square piece of cloth used to catch the drops of the consecrated wine. As the priest doubted the authenticity of the miracle, the Host began to bleed, staining the corporal with its life-like appearance. In Uccello's painting, the focus is on the moment of revelation. The priest, with a look of shock and disbelief, holds the corporal aloft, revealing the miraculous image of Christ's body to the onlookers. The crowd below reacts with awe, some falling to their knees in reverence, while others stand in shock and disbelief. The intricate details of the bystanders' faces and clothing, as well as the architectural elements in the background, showcase Uccello's exceptional skill as a painter of the Renaissance period. This tempera on panel painting, with its rich colors and fine details, is a testament to Uccello's artistic prowess and his ability to capture the essence of a miraculous event. The Miracle of the Desecrated Host continues to captivate viewers with its intricate composition and powerful storytelling, making it a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art and the Renaissance period.
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