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Vanvitelli’s Caserta Palace is the last known example of Baroque architecture. It is located in Italy, and it was the largest building constructed in Europe in the eighteenth century. In accordance with its setting, the palace sports a classicizing academic style with equal attention to aesthetics and engineering. Vanvitelli used the Palace of Versailles as a model for the Caserta Palace. -
This picture shows a scene from the Council of Trent where Popes and figures in the Roman Catholic church created reforms for the Catholic religion specifically focusing on art in an attempt to combat the spread of Protestantism in Europe and bring countries back under Catholic control. -
Another piece by El Greco is “The Disrobing of Christ” that he created in 1577 and is now housed in the Toledo Cathedral. The piece is thought to be one of the most intense illustrations of the Catholic doctrine. This was also one of El Greco’s most famous pieces of work. This became the altarpiece to adorn the High Altar of the sacristy of the Cathedral. El Greco is illustrating the scene before the crucifixion of Christ when he is stripped. In a deeper analysis of “The Disrobing of Christ”, Jesus is the main focus of the piece, and he is dressed in vibrant robes. He can be seen with an upward gaze, looking up to Heaven. The people in the background are representations of violence as they are stripping and tormenting Christ. The piece draws more attention to Christ than anything else in the background or any material items. -
Caravaggio’s “Supper at Emmaus” is located in Milan at the Pinacoteca di Brera. The piece, created in 1606, was popular amongst the world of Catholicism because of how real the painting looks. The painting represents the story after the crucifixion of Christ where some of the Apostles invite a man to dinner with them, and he blesses and breaks the bread, and the apostles come to realize that it is Christ resurrected. Caravaggio utilized realism in accordance with the reforms created at the Council of Trent. -
The Plaza Mayor in Madrid signified the rise of Baroque architecture in Spain. The plaza illustrates a Spanish style of Baroque architecture that is a little different than that of Italy. This specific style of architecture was prominent both in Spain and in its former colonies like Belgium. The Baroque style of architecture used in the centerpiece of Spain’s capital city signifies the Spaniards compliance with Rome and the Popes of the Council of Trent’s suggestions within the realm of Catholic art. -
The Church of Santa Susana by Carlo Maderno was one of the first Roman structures to break the traditional style of Mannerist architecture. The main facade of the church is built from a marble-like stone to draw attention to it as it is the most important piece of the structure. This was Maderno’s first commissioned work in Rome. This work of his was extravagant, and it created a sense of height and depth. This piece impressed the Pope so much that he tasked Maderno with the architecture for St. Peter’s Basilica allowing Maderno to become one of the most prominent artists during the Baroque period. -
Federico Barocci is an important figure during the era of Catholic Counter-Reformation as he completely changed his style of art to comply with the reforms of the Council of Trent. Barocci’s oil painting “St. Jerome” was created during the Baroque period, and it directly relates to the Council of Trent as it shows St. Jerome with his eyes gazing upon the cross. This painting directly correlates with the Popes of the Council of Trent’s suggestions to make Catholic art more relatable to the common people. -
Jesus Christ depicted as an African American -
A Chinese portrayal of Jesus walks along side his Apostles and extends an arm -
This image depicts the Virgin Mary and Baby Jesus after he was born. -
Statue of Asian Jesus Christ in Vietnam with arms outstretched as a symbol of welcome -
Depicts Asian Jesus washing the feet of his Apostles. -
This image depicts the technologically generated image of a man that most closely would resemble Christ during his time period and in his geographical location. -
This image depicts Jesus Christ with a darker complexion and a short beard. -
This image depicts an African American portrayal of Jesus Christ with his followers surrounding him. -
This image depicts a mosaic of Jesus Christ in the Sacre Coeur located in Paris France. -
Depicted at the base of the dome inside the Duomo, Jesus Christ sits above layers of levels which ultimately reach sinners who are suffering in hell below. -
The bas-relief of the Churning of the Sea of Milk -
The piece located in the Sistine Chapel fell under scrutiny during the time of the Catholic Counter-Reformation and specifically at the Council of Trent. The piece found itself in the subject of conversation because of the nudity included in it and the Pagan figure, Charon. The figure also shows Christ, but he is neither seated nor bearded. -
In this image is an intricate sculpture of Yum Caax, who is the god of nature and farming. -
The image of this Codex shows valuable information regarding the dates of the rituals and ceremonies conducted over centuries. This included rituals like blood sacrifices of human beings and animals, as well as baptisms, marriage ceremonies and burials.