I think San Maurizio's frescoes are some of the best anywhere. They look similar to works by Leonardo da Vinci because they were done by his students and followers. Of the walls whose artists are known by name, most were done by Bernardino Luini and his sons, particularly Aurelio. The colors are vibrant, most of the scenes are intact, and the subject matter is easily identifiable. I could spend hours here -- but of course can't due to the constant companionship of a certain toddler.
This is my favorite, a Noah's ark scene in one of the chapels in the nuns' section.
This portion of ceiling, also in the nuns' section, is a perfect example of the vibrant colors I mentioned.
And I like this little angel, which isn't really part of a bigger scene.
All in all, it's amazing to me these are almost 500 years old.
4 comments:
Those colors are absolutely amazing, especially for being over 500 years old. How spectacular.
Your blog makes me feel like I'm back in my art history classes. I love it!
It's amazing all the history and culture you're experiencing EVERY day. And the museums ... the photos ... oh how I love seeing it through your eyes!
Have you ever noticed that there are Unicorns on the walk way to the Ark but if you were to speak of this to anyone on asking about how or why you may get the same response that a few in my family have. There are no such things as Unicorns and they were never on the Ark. In the King James Version of the Holy Bible it also shows a picture of Noah's Ark and it as well has the Unicorns in the painting as well and the Bible also speaks of Unicorns. I just think this is an interesting photo and it may serve as proof to my family members that don't believe. Thanks for posting this
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