Virgin Reliquaries

In today's world, Virgin Reliquaries has become a topic of great relevance and interest to many people. Throughout history, Virgin Reliquaries has played a crucial role in numerous aspects of society, culture, and everyday life. From its impact on the economy to its influence on politics and technology, Virgin Reliquaries remains a topic of constant debate and reflection. In this article, we will explore the importance and impact of Virgin Reliquaries in different contexts, as well as current and future trends related to this topic.

Annunciation and Adoration of the Magi
Death and Assumption of the Virgin Mary
Coronation of the Virgin
Mary, Star of the Sea

The Virgin Reliquaries are four 1434 panel paintings by Fra Giovanni Masi after drawings by Fra Angelico, intended as tabernacle-reliquaries for the Convent of Santa Maria Novella.[1] One is in the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston (Death and Assumption of the Virgin[2]) whilst the rest are in the Museo nazionale di San Marco in Florence.[3]


References

  1. ^ (in Italian) John Pope-Hennessy, Beato Angelico, Scala, Firenze 1981.
  2. ^ (in Italian) Guido Cornini, Beato Angelico, Giunti, Firenze 2000 ISBN 88-09-01602-5
  3. ^ "Catalogue entry" (in Italian).