All photographs taken by me, with permission, during a special after-hours visit in February 2020. On that occasion, and for one week only, the tapestries designed by Raphael were on display in their intended home for the first time in over four centuries to commemorate the five hundredth anniversary of his death.
The one and only time I've been in the Sistine Chapel I was overwhelmed both by the crowds and by the immense beauty. Information like this is so helpful --it gives the eyes a path to follow. I had not previously considered the significance of Jonah here, but as they say, once you see it, it can't be unseen.
Have been there may times but never noticed that big fish!
The one and only time I've been in the Sistine Chapel I was overwhelmed both by the crowds and by the immense beauty. Information like this is so helpful --it gives the eyes a path to follow. I had not previously considered the significance of Jonah here, but as they say, once you see it, it can't be unseen.
Thanks Michelle!
I like this theory!