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Altar frontal from the Church of Saint Martin, Chia, Spain, depicting Saint Martin of Tours
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Altar frontal from the Church of Saint Martin, Chia, Spain, depicting Saint Martin of Tours
XIR498163 Altar frontal from the Church of Saint Martin, Chia, Spain, depicting Saint Martin of Tours and four scenes from his life, 1150-1200 (tempera on panel) by Johannes Pintor, RibagorAza Workshop (fl.1150-1200); Generalitat de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain; (add.info.: St. Martin of Tours (316-397) is seated with crozier and hand raised in blessing in the centre; scenes on the left show the saint dividing his cloak to give to a near naked beggar; below this the episode in which the saint raised a catechumen from the dead and next to this the image of the Virgen de la Leche ; on the right the scenes depict Saint Martin saying mass and below this, the saint on his deathbed, covered with a blanket in the colours and stripes of Aragon, and rebuking the devil; the painting is signed Johanes Pintor me fecit ; ); Spanish, out of copyright
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Altar Frontal Antependium Aragon Generosity Johannes Martin Romanesque Tours Chia Ribagorca
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This print showcases an exquisite Altar frontal from the Church of Saint Martin in Chia, Spain. Painted by Johannes Pintor of the Ribagorza Workshop between 1150 and 1200, this remarkable piece depicts Saint Martin of Tours and four significant scenes from his life. In the center of the artwork, we see Saint Martin seated with a crozier in hand, raising it to bless those who behold him. To the left, two scenes unfold: one portraying Saint Martin dividing his cloak to clothe a near-naked beggar and another illustrating his miraculous act of resurrecting a catechumen from death. Adjacent to these episodes is an image of the Virgen de la Leche. On the right side, we witness Saint Martin saying mass as he devoutly performs his spiritual duties. Below this depiction lies a poignant scene capturing the saint on his deathbed covered with a blanket adorned with Aragon's colors and stripes. Even at this momentous juncture, he fearlessly rebukes the devil. The painting bears Johanes Pintor's signature proudly at its bottom edge—Johanes Pintor me fecit—a testament to its creator's artistic prowess. This stunning altar frontal exemplifies Romanesque medieval artistry while highlighting themes such as generosity, faithfulness, and devotion to God. Preserved by Generalitat de Catalunya in Barcelona since ancient times, it continues to inspire awe among viewers today for its historical significance and masterful execution.
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