The Story of the Foundation of Santa Maria Maggiore: The Patrician's Dream - Bartolomé Esteban Murillo
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This painting by Bartolomé Esteban Murillo portrays the dream of the patrician John, a key moment in the legendary founding of the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore. The Virgin Mary appears in a vision, instructing him to build a church on the Esquiline Hill.
Bartolomé Esteban Murillo's painting depicts a scene from the legendary founding of the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome. According to tradition, the Virgin Mary appeared in a dream to Pope Liberius and the patrician John, instructing them to build a church on the Esquiline Hill. The area would be marked by a miraculous snowfall on August 5th. Murillo captures the moment of John's dream, with the Virgin and Child appearing in a celestial vision above the sleeping figures. The composition is divided into two distinct zones. The lower portion shows the sleeping patrician and his wife, rendered in earthly tones and realistic detail. Above, the Virgin and Child are bathed in a soft, ethereal light, emphasising their divine nature. The dark background contrasts with the luminous figures, creating a dramatic effect. Murillo's characteristic soft brushwork and attention to detail are evident in the rendering of fabrics and facial expressions. The painting is an example of Spanish Baroque art, blending religious fervour with a sense of human emotion.
The Story of the Foundation of Santa Maria Maggiore: The Patrician's Dream - Bartolomé Esteban Murillo
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