Religion and Spirituality
Art that shows beliefs about God, gods, or the meaning of life.
What is it?
Religion and spirituality is a theme in art where artists show stories from the Bible, lives of saints, or ideas about the divine. Many artworks were made for churches or for personal prayer. They help people feel closer to God. The painting "The Assumption of the Virgin Mary" is a religious artwork. It shows Mary being taken to heaven, a key belief in Christianity. Rubens's painting uses dramatic light and angels to show the divine glory of Mary's assumption.
Why it matters
Religious art tells us what people believed and how they worshipped. It also shows the skill and creativity of artists who wanted to honor their faith.
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