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The Annunciation: Coptic Christian Tattoo Motif This design is based on a traditional Coptic Christian tattoo motif, derived from a carved wooden block stamp used by pilgrimage tattooists in Jerusalem /or Egypt/ between the 17th and 19th centuries. The image depicts the Annunciation, the canonical event described in the Gospel of Luke (1: 26–38) marking the Incarnation of Christ. In this Annunciation scene, the Virgin Mary stands on the right with a gently bowed head, while an angel on the left offers her a lily. Positioned directly between the figures is a symbol resembling a broken column. According to a Latin legend, angels transported Joseph’s house from Nazareth to Loreto, Italy, leaving only a single pillar behind; meanwhile, as told in a Coptic legend, a column within the house shattered out of pure joy at the exact moment of the Annunciation.

archaeologyart's tweet photo. The Annunciation: Coptic Christian Tattoo Motif

This design is based on a traditional Coptic Christian tattoo motif, derived from a carved wooden block stamp used by pilgrimage tattooists in Jerusalem /or Egypt/ between the 17th and 19th centuries.

The image depicts the Annunciation, the canonical event described in the Gospel of Luke (1: 26–38) marking the Incarnation of Christ.

In this Annunciation scene, the Virgin Mary stands on the right with a gently bowed head, while an angel on the left offers her a lily. Positioned directly between the figures is a symbol resembling a broken column. According to a Latin legend, angels transported Joseph’s house from Nazareth to Loreto, Italy, leaving only a single pillar behind; meanwhile, as told in a Coptic legend, a column within the house shattered out of pure joy at the exact moment of the Annunciation.

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Archaeology & Art

@archaeologyart

about 9 hours ago

Oni (ogre face) kawari kabuto (grotesque helmet). Medium: Wrought steel. Geography: Japan. Date: mid 19th century. Period: Edo period. © Royal Ontario Museum.

archaeologyart's tweet photo. Oni (ogre face) kawari kabuto (grotesque helmet). Medium: Wrought steel. Geography: Japan. Date: mid 19th century. Period: Edo period. © Royal Ontario Museum. https://t.co/bsb2MD9swL

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Archaeology & Art

@archaeologyart

about 7 hours ago

The flame, cross, crown of thorns, wreath of roses, sword, and tears are all part of the same compositional family. In Catholic tradition, the Sacred Heart of Jesus is a devotional image expressing Christ's love for humanity - it's an iconography where the wounded heart, crown of thorns, and radiant light are among the core elements. The Heart of Mary, however, adds a more inward meaning to this same visual language. The wreath of roses, flame, and the sword piercing the heart symbolize Mary’s devotion to God, her maternal love, and the profound sorrow she endured alongside Christ's Passion.

archaeologyart's tweet photo. The flame, cross, crown of thorns, wreath of roses, sword, and tears are all part of the same compositional family. In Catholic tradition, the Sacred Heart of Jesus is a devotional image expressing Christ's love for humanity - it's an iconography where the wounded heart, crown of thorns, and radiant light are among the core elements. The Heart of Mary, however, adds a more inward meaning to this same visual language. The wreath of roses, flame, and the sword piercing the heart symbolize Mary’s devotion to God, her maternal love, and the profound sorrow she endured alongside Christ's Passion.

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British Library

@britishlibrary

about 11 hours ago

Please note the Treasures Gallery will be closed tomorrow morning (Wednesday 1 July), reopening at 13.00. We're sorry for any inconvenience.

britishlibrary's tweet photo. Please note the Treasures Gallery will be closed tomorrow morning (Wednesday 1 July), reopening at 13.00. We're sorry for any inconvenience. https://t.co/jkKeKRGw0m

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Artsy

@artsy

about 9 hours ago

Song Burnsoo was an artist and educator who helped shape the contemporary art scene in Korea. https://t.co/A5oQpjbRIs

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Artsy

@artsy

about 6 hours ago

Artist Rich Tu has designed the guide and will also host a workshop at the museum on July 12th. https://t.co/6A7CkQ3y6R

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Artnet

@artnet

about 12 hours ago

#ArtnetNews: Entire Herculaneum scroll deciphered by A.I. for the first time. A team working as part of the Vesuvius Challenge deciphered the scroll without ever unraveling it. Read more: https://t.co/Ts0sbo2yum

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Artnet

@artnet

about 5 hours ago

#ArtnetNews: Man admits fraud in sale of Courbet painting to Bruce Springsteen’s manager. Record producer Jon Landau bought 'Mother and Child on a Hammock' in a deal gone wrong. Read more: https://t.co/Ir9rO9c7cE

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