ARTH 1138 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Apostolic Poverty, Cimabue, Panel Painting
16 May 2017
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St. francis brings a new perspective on religion: apostolic poverty, simplicity, invented the nativity scene to make it more real to the audience, art trying to make religion real. Parts of christ"s life are depicted persuasively. Mary knows her baby is destined to die (foreshadowing) Two holes at the bottom, which indicates that two candles were burned in front. Purpose very clear = praise and repent. St. agnus has a sheep in her hand (joke) Inscription on throne: holy mary, mother of god, be for siena a cause of peace and for duccio life eternal and life on earth . 3 distinct episodes: peter cutting off ear of guard, judas kissing christ, group of apostles running away. Byzantine method of creating depth (by stacking individuals) Judas kissing jesus to identify him in crowd. Focuses on judas (yellow cloak and face-to-face)
