Baroque Era Blog Assignment




 Alter of the Kings




        
    The Alter of the Kings created by Jeronimo de Balbas, it is a sculpture in a catholic church in Mexico City, Mexico. It was created by Jeronimo de Balbas, a Spanish artist. This was connected to the Council of Trent, promoting the Catholic Church. This art work was credited completion in 1737, this was about 200 years after the Council of Trent but still is displaying praise of the characters in the catholic church. 


    The art work does a good job of using lines to draw the views eyes around the artwork being able to see of the talent and elements that went into the creation. It is a very large piece, they used the space very well to put mass amounts of detail but to also be able to organize it in ways like putting god above all others. The color contrast comes as a surprise to me, they have all the gold in the sculptures parts that is bright and reflective and that contrasts strongly with the darker dimmer paintings that are worked into the piece as a whole. 


Bibliography

Balbás, J. D. Cathedral, Mexico City, altar of the Kings. Vistas Gallery.         https://vistasgallery.ace.fordham.edu/items/show/1624

Dr. Lauren Kilroy-Ewbank and Dr. Steven Zucker, "Jerónimo de Balbás, Altar of the Kings (Altar  de los Reyes)," in Smarthistory, June 19, 2018, accessed October 9, 2024,         https://smarthistory.org/jeronimo-de-balbas-altar-of-the-kings-altar-de-los-reyes-2/.


Comments

  1. paulwilliamsjrOctober 12, 2024 at 1:21 PM

    This is a really nice piece of art work, The Alter of the King, created by Jeronimo de Balbas in 1737. This in Mexico City The art work looks very huge and the church must be huge also. The art of this has beautiful golden arches and paintings of saints and angels, it has many statue of saints. There are many different shapes, lines, and it is all beautifully carved in great detail. It is all a beautiful piece of art.

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  2. TarynOctober 13, 2024 at 6:51 PM

    the art piece you chose is a beautiful piece. i found the piece beautiful and the meaning behind the sculpture breath taking. having it in a church and in Mexico is really cool, i hope to see it one day after reading your post. great post!

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  3. Gwyneth ORourkeOctober 14, 2024 at 1:45 PM

    I really appreciate how you structured your analysis of the Altar of the Kings, particularly your focus on the use of lines and spatial organization. Your observations about how the artwork draws the viewer's eye are insightful, as they highlight the skillful craftsmanship involved in its creation. I also like how you connected the piece to the Council of Trent, emphasizing its ongoing role in promoting Catholic values, which adds depth to your interpretation. Your comments on the contrast between the bright gold elements and the darker paintings effectively illustrate the visual drama of the piece, showcasing your understanding of color dynamics. Overall, your writing beautifully conveys not just the details of the artwork, but also its significance within the broader context of religious art and its impact on the community.

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  4. Arctic EntriesOctober 14, 2024 at 10:05 PM

    The Altar of the Kings is a stunning piece that highlights the Catholic Church's grandeur. Created about 200 years after the Council of Trent, it continues to promote the Church's ideals. The artwork uses lines and space effectively to guide the viewer's eyes and highlights religious hierarchy with God above all. The gold sculptures contrast beautifully with the darker paintings, emphasizing the divine. This piece is a great example of how art was used to convey religious messages and devotion.

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