Sculptuur van Sint-Cecilia in de Basiliek van Santa Cecilia in Trastevere te Rome, Italië 1860 - 1880

This photograph captures an anonymous sculpture of Saint Cecilia within the Basilica of Santa Cecilia in Trastevere, Rome. The sepia tone lends the image a timeless quality, emphasizing the stark, formal presentation of the sculpture within its architectural setting. The composition is dominated by the horizontal form of the reclining saint, framed by the rectangular recess of the basilica. The use of line is evident in the sharp, precise edges of the marble structure, contrasting with the soft, flowing drapery of Cecilia's robes. These robes partially conceal her form, adding a layer of mystique that plays with concealment and revelation. The texture of the marble, meticulously rendered, speaks to the material's intrinsic qualities of permanence. The image presents a tableau of stillness and contemplation. In its geometric structuring, the photograph, like the sculpture it depicts, is an exercise in capturing a moment of profound emotion within the confines of artistic form. This interplay invites ongoing interpretation and a deeper engagement with both its artistic and philosophical resonances.