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Immaculate Conception

Painting of the Immaculate Conception follow a certain pattern. In this ArtSpeaks, we will unpack the different symbolism to fully understand what each means and gain a better understanding of Mary.

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What we can learn from the Pieta

The La Pieta is one of the most recognized sculptures of all time but there is more to its beauty. This ArtSpeaks will explore the different things this magnificent work of art alludes to.

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Dormition of the Virgin

A proliferation of paintings depicting the end of Mary's life shows Christ carrying her as a child. It is a visual allegory of Mary as daughter Zion - the endearing daughter of God.

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Madonna Mosaic

One of the dogmas on Mary is her perpetual virginity. Artists have found a way to show this through imagery throughout the centuries. In this old mosaic in the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey, we will explore how artists have done this...

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