Holy Spirit Altarpiece: History, Style and Iconography
Altarpiece of the Holy Spirit
Altarpiece of the Holy Spirit.
- Chronology.
From the year 1393 to 1394.
- Style.
Italogòtic style. Author: Pedro Sierra. Technique: tempera. Support: wood. Location: Chapel of the Holy Spirit in the church of Santa Maria Manresa.
Key characteristics:
- Monumental, hieratic symmetry mixed with a certain naturalism.
- Use of three paint colors with a predominantly curved line.
- Figures with volume and communicative intent through gesture and gaze.
- Early exercises in perspective, combining
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Exam 1
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- Temptation is a historical fact of Jesus’ life.
- The apocalyptic is born in response to a crisis situation and is a call for hope.
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Exam 2
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