The Mystical Nativity (detail 1) c. 1500

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"The Mystical Nativity" is a painting by the Italian Renaissance master Sandro Botticelli, dated around 1500-1501. This artwork stands out as a unique piece within Botticelli's oeuvre, as it reflects the artist's engagement with the religious turmoil and prophetic themes of his time, particularly influenced by the fiery sermons of the Dominican preacher Girolamo Savonarola. The painting is currently housed in the National Gallery, London.

The painting measures 108.5 by 75 centimeters and is executed in tempera on canvas. It depicts a scene that combines the traditional Nativity with apocalyptic and visionary elements. At the center, the Virgin Mary adores the Christ Child, who is lying on the ground, while Joseph rests nearby. Above them, a group of angels is intertwined in a circular dance, holding olive branches, which symbolize peace. The top of the painting features a heavenly realm with twelve angels, each one bearing a crown and a banderole with inscriptions that echo the liturgy of the Feast of the Nativity.

Around the central group, Botticelli includes unusual elements that are not typically found in Nativity scenes. These include the three figures at the bottom, interpreted as the Magi, who are entwined with demons that are being driven back into the earth, signifying the triumph of Christ over Satan. Additionally, the golden crown at the top center of the painting bears a Greek inscription, which translates to "Love conquers all; let us too surrender to Love." This phrase encapsulates the painting's overarching theme of divine love and redemption.

"The Mystical Nativity" is notable for its complex iconography, which has been the subject of extensive scholarly debate. The painting's imagery has been connected to the Book of Revelation and reflects the millenarian expectations of Botticelli's time. It is believed that the work was created during or shortly after the period when Savonarola held sway over Florence, prior to his execution in 1498. The painting's apocalyptic themes and the presence of Savonarola's emblem (the flamed cross) suggest that Botticelli was deeply influenced by the preacher's eschatological vision.

The artwork is considered one of Botticelli's masterpieces and is a significant example of Renaissance art that combines religious narrative with personal and political commentary. Its mystical and prophetic character sets it apart from the more serene and idealized works that characterized Botticelli's earlier career, such as "The Birth of Venus" and "Primavera." "The Mystical Nativity" remains a testament to the artist's technical skill, imaginative power, and the complex religious environment of late 15th-century Florence.

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