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The disappeared façade at the end of the Camino (1211) je obrazom umelca Master Mateo, ktorý priťahuje najviac pohľadov; originál sa nachádza v múzeu Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum, Santiago de Compostela. Potom sa pohľad presunie na Base of the mullion of the Portico of Glory (1188) a Trinity of the Portico of Glory (1188). Z 44 diel umelca Master Mateo v našom katalógu je týchto 44 najznámejších; každá z nich je jedinečným originálom prezentovaným s jeho rokom vzniku, múzeom a dôvodom, prečo pretrváva.
The disappeared façade at the end of the Camino is a square format work by the sculptor Master Mateo. Created about 1211, this piece originates from the period when the artist was actively shaping the architectural identity of the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral in Spain.
To stand before the Portico of Glory is to witness a profound shift in the language of stone. This specific base of the mullion, carved around 1188, offers a glimpse into the transition from the rigid forms of the Romanesque to a more fluid, naturalistic sensibility. Here, the stone does not merely exist; it breathes. The sculptor, Master Mateo, utilized a technique known as trabajo vivo, layering limestone to create…
Divine Presence in Stone The capital features God the Father holding the Christ child upon his lap. Above them, the Holy Spirit takes form as a dove at the peak of the composition. Angels surround these central figures, carrying incense burners to complete the celestial scene. This sculptural arrangement uses the trabajo vivo technique, layering stone slabs to create textures that mimic flesh and fabric. The result is a sense…
In the hallowed atmosphere of the Santiago Cathedral, where history and spirituality converge, stands a figure of profound majesty: the Statue-column of King David. Carved by the legendary Master Mateo around 1188, this Romanesque masterpiece is far more than a mere architectural ornament; it is a window into the soul of the twelfth century. The sculpture captures the biblical monarch in a moment of eternal resonance, seated upon a cross-frame…
The Glory, Central Arch, Portico of Glory is a sculptural work by Master Mateo. It forms a primary component of the Portico of Glory, located at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Spain. This specific section of the portal was part of a complete three-piece set that reached its conclusion in 1211. The work is currently held at The Catedral de Santiago Foundation in Santiago de Compostela.
Within the sacred shadows of the Portico of Glory, a profound scene unfolds in stone. The Elders holding instruments, Central Arch, Portico of Glory emerges from the limestone, appearing as if caught in a moment of eternal preparation. This work, created by the hands of Master Mateo, brings the figures of the Apocalypse into a tangible, breathing presence. They sit amidst the radial archivolts, their bodies leaning toward one another…
These two stone voussoirs, titled Voussoirs with the punishment of lust, were executed by the sculptor Master Mateo. The carvings date to about 1188. They represent a specific sculptural program intended for the architectural framework of the cathedral's entrance.
The stone breathes under the soft, diffuse light of the cathedral, revealing a figure caught in a moment of eternal devotion. Here, within the central arch of the Portico of Glory, Saint Matthew sits with a quiet, heavy presence. He is a winged presence, his form emerging from the granite with a startling sense of life. He leans over a desk, his knees supporting the weight of his task, as…
The limestone relief of Saint Luke, carved around 1211, occupies a central position within the Portico of Glory at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Spain. The figure is depicted reclining on his right side, a posture that suggests both physical repose and deep introspection. In his left hand, he holds a book, while his head rests upon a lamb, a direct reference to his role as an Evangelist…
The relief known as Arma Christi, Central Arch, Portico of Glory is a sculptural work by the artist Master Mateo. This specific piece is situated within the Central Arch of the Portico of Glory. It was created in 1211. The work is part of a larger architectural and sculptural program located at the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral in Galicia, Spain.
Santo dos Croques of the Portico of Glory1200 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Saint Matthew1200 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Statues of David and Solomon1188 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Portico de la Gloria1168 · Cathedral
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Portico de la Gloria (detail)1168 · Cathedral
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Portico de la Gloria1168 · Cathedral
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Portico de la Gloria (detail)1168 · Cathedral
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Right arch of the Portico of Glory. Iconography of the condemned1188 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Right arch of the Portico of Glory1188 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Left arch of the Portico of Glory1188 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Right columns of the central arch of the Portico of Gloryh1188 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Saint Marcus, Central Arch, Portico of Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Saint John, Central Arch, Portico of Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Ordo Prophetarum, The counter facade, Portico of Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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The Sybil, The counter facade, Portico of Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Right arch of the Portico of Glory. Iconography of the blessed1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Detail of the Elders, Central Arch, Portico of Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Tribune of Portico of Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Angels, The Tribune, Portico of Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Portico of Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Keystones from Portico of the Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Detail Maiestas Domini of The Portico of Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Arma Christi, Central Arch, Portico of Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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The Just, Central Arch, Portico of Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Detail of the Elders, Central Arch, Portico of Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Detail of the Blessed, Central Arch, Portico of Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Central Arch of The Portico of Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Organistrum, Central Arch, Portico of Glory1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Drawing José Vega y Verdugo (1656-1657) Archivo de la Catedral1657 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Left arch of the Portico of Glory. Iconography1188 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Estatuas-columna de dos profetas procedentes de la desaparecida fachada exterior del Pórtico de la Gloria\n\n- Isaac1188 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Rose window1200 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Stony choir reconstruction1211 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
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Lintels Central Arch of The Portico of Glory1188 · Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum
Štyri témy, ktoré sa v týchto origináloch najčastejšie vracajú, každá s jej najvychybenejším príkladom.
2 múzeá, v ktorých sa nachádza najviac obrazov z tejto stránky.
| Múzeá | Mesto | Diela umelca Master Mateo | Obrazy z tohto zoznamu |
|---|---|---|---|
 Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum |
Santiago de Compostela | 40 | The disappeared façade at the end of the Camino, Base of the mullion of the Portico of Glory, Trinity of the Portico of Glory |
 Cathedral |
Santiago de Compostela | 4 | Portico de la Gloria, Portico de la Gloria (detail), Portico de la Gloria |
Vyberte si dekádu a pozrite si originál, ktorý ju definuje.
To stand before the Portico of Glory is to witness a profound shift in the language of stone. This specific base of the mullion, carved around 1188, offers a glimpse into the transition from the rigid forms of the Romanesque to a more fluid, naturalistic sensibility. Here, the stone does not merely exist; it breathes. The sculptor, Master Mateo, utilized a technique known as trabajo vivo, layering limestone to create…
Just in the reverse of the mullion appears a kneeling figure, with its right hand on the chest and holding a cartouche with the left hand where, according to the tradition, it was writing “architectus”. This image represents Master Mateo himself, who places himself looking at the high altar, offering his work to Santiago. Traditionally, faithful people hit the sculpture’s head against themselves three times so that Master Mateo could…
The disappeared façade at the end of the Camino is a square format work by the sculptor Master Mateo. Created about 1211, this piece originates from the period when the artist was actively shaping the architectural identity of the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral in Spain.
The disappeared façade at the end of the Camino (1211), Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum, Santiago de Compostela. Nasledujú Base of the mullion of the Portico of Glory (1188) a Trinity of the Portico of Glory (1188).
50 rokov: The disappeared façade at the end of the Camino vzniklo v roku 1211 a Master Mateo sa narodil/a v roku 1161.
The disappeared façade at the end of the Camino, Base of the mullion of the Portico of Glory, Trinity of the Portico of Glory, Statue-column of king David, The Glory, Central Arch, Portico of Glory, The Elders holding instruments, Central Arch, Portico of Glory, Voussoirs with the punishment of lust, Saint Matthew, Central Arch, Portico of Glory, Saint Luke, Central Arch, Portico of Glory a Arma Christi, Central Arch, Portico of Glory. Vyššie uvedené hodnotenie uvádza rok a múzeu pre každé z nich.
Náš katalóg obsahuje 44 diel od umelca Master Mateo z perioda od 1188 do 1211.
Väčšinou v Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum (Santiago de Compostela) a Cathedral (Santiago de Compostela). Tabuľka múzeí vyššie ich všetky uvádza.
V období 1210s: 24 z 44 diel na tejto stránke bolo vytvorených vtedy, pričom The disappeared façade at the end of the Camino z nich.
Na tejto stránke je najstaršie dielo z Base of the mullion of the Portico of Glory (1188) a najnovšie z The disappeared façade at the end of the Camino (1211).
Sculpture (5), Medieval art (5) a Stone (3), v rámci 44 diel na tejto stránke.
Stone, pre 10 z 44 diel na tejto stránke.
Romanesque a Gothic, podľa originálov na tejto stránke.
The disappeared façade at the end of the Camino, Base of the mullion of the Portico of Glory a Trinity of the Portico of Glory: múzeá Katedrála sväteho Jakuba v Santiagu de Compostela – Muzeum, Santiago de Compostela uchovávajú 40 z diel na tejto stránke.
Áno, ako reprodukcia: originál zostáva vo svojom múzeu, ale akýkoľvek obraz na tejto stránke môže byť pre vás ručne namalovaný na mieru, jeden po druhom, priamo z jeho vlastnej stránky.
Master Mateo, a sculptor whose name remains shrouded in mystery despite his monumental contribution to the Catedral de Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, stands as one of the most revered figures of Romanesque art in Spain. Born around 1161 in Galicia, though precise details about his life are scarce, Mateo’s legacy rests primarily on his unparalleled achievement: the Portico de la Gloria. This breathtaking architectural marvel dominates the cathedral’s façade and embodies the spiritual fervor of the twelfth century. He emerged as a sculptor during a period marked by fervent religious devotion and artistic innovation, stepping into a world where the pilgrimage route to Santiago was already a transformative journey for thousands of souls.
The genesis of his greatest work began around 1188, when he was tasked with overseeing the creation of the triple doorway that would become his magnum opus. The Cathedral project itself had been conceived decades earlier, driven by King Alfonso VIII and fueled by the immense religious significance of the site. Within this sacred context, Mateo did not merely carve stone; he breathed life into it. His involvement in the Portico de la Adamant was a divine undertaking, transforming a structural necessity into a theological narrative that continues to captivate pilgrims and art historians alike.
Mateo's sculptural style is characterized by a remarkable realism that represented a profound departure from earlier, more rigid Romanesque conventions. While his contemporaries often relied on stylized, flat figures, Mateo meticulously studied human anatomy and the complex behavior of drapery, achieving an astonishing accuracy in his depictions. His mastery of limestone carving was unparalleled, particularly through his use of a technique known as trabajo vivo. This method involved layering stone slabs to create textured surfaces that mimicked the appearance of flesh and fabric, lending a sense of movement and vitality to the static medium.
This innovative approach allowed him to bridge the gap between the earthly and the divine. When observing his work, one can see how he skillfully employed light and shadow to enhance the depth of his reliefs. His ability to manipulate stone to suggest the softness of a saint's robe or the muscular tension of a biblical figure elevated his craftsmanship to a level of sophistication rarely seen in the Middle Ages. This technical brilliance ensured that his figures were not merely symbols, but palpable presences within the cathedral's entrance.
The Portico de la Gloria serves as the ultimate testament to Mateo’s artistic and spiritual vision. Its central panels depict profound scenes from the Gospels—including the Nativity, Annunciation, and the Crucifixion—arranged in a way that guides the viewer through a sacred history. The iconography is vast and complex, featuring:
Through these works, Mateo achieved a level of historical significance that transcends the era of his birth. He transitioned the Romanesque style toward the burgeoning elegance of the Gothic, leaving behind a legacy that remains the heartbeat of Santiago de Compostela. His work stands as a permanent bridge between the medieval mind and the eternal, ensuring that even centuries after his death in 1217, the glory of his stone symphony continues to inspire awe.
