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Story behind the piece
This oil painting depicts the Ascension of the Body of the Virgin Mary into Heaven. The composition presents the Virgin Mary being lifted from the earthly realm toward heaven, surrounded by clouds and heavenly figures, while the Apostles remain below, looking upward in wonder and reverence. The empty tomb at the center reinforces the central subject of the work: the departure of the Virgin’s body from the earthly world. The contrast between the earthly figures and the luminous heavenly space creates a sense of spiritual transition, while the expressive gestures and upward gazes emphasize the profound mystery and sacredness of the event.