Legend of St Francis- 18. Apparition at Arles 1297-1300 2

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"Legend of St. Francis: 18. Apparition at Arles" is a fresco by the Italian artist Giotto di Bondone, created between 1297 and 1300. It is part of a series of 28 frescoes depicting the life of St. Francis of Assisi, located in the Upper Church of the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi, Italy. This particular fresco, the eighteenth in the sequence, illustrates a miraculous event from the life of St. Francis, where the saint is said to have appeared to over fifty friars at the Chapter of Arles in France, while he was physically in Italy.

The fresco is a testament to Giotto's mastery of narrative and emotion, as well as his innovative approach to spatial representation and figure construction. In the scene, the friars are shown in various states of amazement and reverence as they witness the apparition of St. Francis. The composition effectively conveys the spiritual intensity of the moment and the deep devotion of the Franciscan community.

Giotto's work on the St. Francis cycle is widely regarded as a turning point in the history of Western art, marking a departure from the stylized forms of Byzantine art towards a more naturalistic and human approach. The "Apparition at Arles" exemplifies this shift, showcasing Giotto's ability to create lifelike figures and a convincing sense of space. His influence on later artists and his role in the development of the Italian Renaissance make the frescoes of the Basilica of St. Francis a cornerstone of art history.

The "Legend of St. Francis: 18. Apparition at Arles" remains an important cultural and religious artifact, reflecting the values and beliefs of the period in which it was created. It continues to be studied and admired for its artistic innovation and its profound impact on the visual storytelling of Western art.

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