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Pope Liberius (r. 352-66) Founding the Basilica of Santa Maria della Neve (oil on panel)
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Pope Liberius (r. 352-66) Founding the Basilica of Santa Maria della Neve (oil on panel)
XIR190320 Pope Liberius (r.352-66) Founding the Basilica of Santa Maria della Neve (oil on panel) by Masolino da Panicale, Tommaso (1383-c.1447); Museo e Gallerie Nazionale di Capodimonte, Naples, Italy; (add.info.: Le Pape Libere fonde la Basilique Sainte-Marie de la Neige; St. Mary of the Snow; legend August 352 Mary appeared to Liberius, requested he build a church in her honour on the spot which would be covered in snow the next morning; church built 80 years later by Pope Sixtus III; Basilique construite par le pape Sixte III; ); Italian, out of copyright
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This print captures the historic moment of Pope Liberius (r. 352-66) founding the Basilica of Santa Maria della Neve, depicted in an oil on panel painting by Masolino da Panicale. The artwork, housed at the Museo e Gallerie Nazionale di Capodimonte in Naples, Italy, showcases the grandeur and significance of this religious event. Intriguingly, the legend behind this basilica's creation adds a mystical element to its history. According to tradition, in August 352, Mary appeared to Pope Liberius and requested him to build a church in her honor on a spot that would be miraculously covered with snow overnight. Although it took 80 years for Pope Sixtus III to fulfill this divine request and construct the basilica, its foundation was laid during Pope Liberius' reign. The image depicts Pope Liberius standing before an architectural plan while holding a papal tiara as he receives blessings from Jesus Christ and Madonna. The Renaissance-style painting beautifully portrays clouds hovering above them but also includes an intriguing detail—an unidentified flying object (UFO). This unexpected addition sparks curiosity about whether it symbolizes something beyond our understanding or simply serves as artistic creativity. Overall, this print offers viewers a glimpse into both historical and mythical aspects of one of Italy's most significant churches—now known as Santa Maria Maggiore—showcasing not only its architectural beauty but also its rich spiritual heritage.
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