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Decorative panel depicting the Annunciation, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles)
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Decorative panel depicting the Annunciation, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles)
1126641 Decorative panel depicting the Annunciation, Lamego, Portugal. 1738 (ceramic tiles) by Portuguese School, (18th century); SantuAario de Nossa Senhora dos Remedios, Lamego, Portugal; (add.info.: The Annunciation, also referred to as the Annunciation to the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Annunciation of Our Lady or Annunciation of the Lord, is the Christian celebration of the announcement by the angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary that she would conceive and become the mother of Jesus;
Azulejo is a form of Portuguese or Spanish painted, tin-glazed, ceramic tilework. It has become a typical aspect of Portuguese culture, having been produced without interruption for five centuries;
In Portugal and other Portuguese-speaking countries, azulejos are found on the interior and exterior of churches, palaces, ordinary houses, schools, restaurants, bars and even railway stations or subway stations. They constitute a major aspect of Portuguese architecture as they are applied on walls, floors and even ceilings. They were not only used as an ornamental art form, but also had a specific functional capacity like temperature control in homes. Many azulejos chronicle major historical and cultural aspects of Portuguese history;
); Prismatic Pictures; Portuguese, out of copyright
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This print showcases a stunning decorative panel depicting the Annunciation, located in Lamego, Portugal. Created in 1738 by the Portuguese School of the 18th century, this masterpiece is made entirely out of ceramic tiles known as azulejos. The Annunciation is a significant event in Christian tradition, symbolizing the moment when the angel Gabriel announced to the Virgin Mary that she would conceive and become the mother of Jesus. This celebration holds great importance within religious communities. Azulejos are an integral part of Portuguese culture and have been produced continuously for over five centuries. They can be found adorning various structures such as churches, palaces, houses, schools, restaurants, bars, railway stations, and even subway stations throughout Portugal and other Portuguese-speaking countries. Beyond their ornamental value, azulejos also served practical purposes like temperature control within homes. These intricately painted ceramic tiles often depict historical and cultural aspects of Portuguese history. In this particular panel from SantuAario de Nossa Senhora dos Remedios in Lamego, we see exquisite craftsmanship portraying the sacred moment of the Annunciation. The vibrant colors and meticulous details bring life to this religious scene while showcasing the mastery of Portuguese tilework. Through this photograph print captured by Prismatic Pictures and now available through Fine Art Finder's collection from Bridgeman Images; viewers can appreciate both its artistic beauty and its cultural significance within Portuguese architecture.
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