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blending sensual symbolism with a quiet stillness that was characteristic of the artist’s poetic and often melancholic style
tense stillness rather than open violence
turning guilt and conscience into physical apparitions
and the power of music
In stark contrast to the wonder and spectacle seen by the audience
Temptation of Christ | Duccio | 1311 Size:24"x24" blending sensual symbolism with a"The Temptation of Christ on the Mountain" by Duccio di Buoninsegna, created between 1308 and 1311. This work is part of the larger Maest altarpiece. In this scene, Jesus stands atop a mountain, rejecting the devils offer of all the kingdoms of the world. The devil is depicted as a dark, winged figure with clawed feet and hands, a traditional medieval portrayal of Satan. Christ, wearing a red robe with a blue mantle, gestures toward the devil,
