Unidentifiable Fragments on the South Wall, Western Bay
Original Fresco Motif | Passion Scene (probable)
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Overview | Location of the Fragments and the Original Fresco Motifs
Passion Scene (probable)
Romanesque medieval fresco on the south wall, western bay (early 13th century)
Today: Only fragments are visible
What did the fresco depict?
Although the exact subject is unclear, the fragment likely showed a key event from the Passion of Christ, such as the Washing of the Feet, the Agony in Gethsemane, the Betrayal, or the Crucifixion.
How is the motif related to the Christian calendar and church events?
These scenes belong to Holy Week, especially Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, focusing on Christ’s suffering and death.
How is the motif related to liturgical and church tradition?
Together with the Last Supper, this scene would have completed the Passion sequence and deepened the chapel’s theology of sacrifice, closely tied to the Eucharist celebrated at the altar.