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Predella of the Profanation of the Host: The Repentant Christian Woman is Hanged for
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Predella of the Profanation of the Host: The Repentant Christian Woman is Hanged for
BEN80445 Predella of the Profanation of the Host: The Repentant Christian Woman is Hanged for Pawning the Consecrated Host, c.1468 (tempera on panel) (detail) by Uccello, Paolo (1397-1475); Palazzo Ducale, Urbino, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23811684
© Raffaello Bencini / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail from Paolo Uccello's masterpiece, "Predella of the Profanation of the Host: The Repentant Christian Woman is Hanged for Pawning the Consecrated Host". Painted in 1468 during the Renaissance period, this tempera on panel artwork resides in Palazzo Ducale, Urbino, Italy. In this particular section of the painting, we witness a powerful and thought-provoking scene unfold. Against a backdrop of lush landscapes and towering trees, an unsettling act unfolds as prejudice takes hold. An anti-Semitic narrative emerges as a repentant Christian woman faces her ultimate punishment - hanging - for allegedly pawning the consecrated host. The artist skillfully portrays both human cruelty and divine intervention through his depiction. A ladder symbolizes ascent to heaven while angels hover above, perhaps questioning or condemning such acts driven by hatred. Meanwhile, horses stand nearby as silent witnesses to this tragic event. Uccello's work serves as a stark reminder of historical prejudices that have plagued societies throughout time. It confronts us with uncomfortable truths about religious intolerance and persecution based on unfounded beliefs. As we gaze upon this profound image captured by Raffaello Bencini's lens, let us reflect on our own role in combating discrimination and fostering understanding among diverse communities. May it serve as an enduring testament to humanity's capacity for both darkness and enlightenment within our shared history.
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