Fragments on the North Wall, Western Bay
Original Fresco Motif | The Nativity
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Overview | Location of the Fragments and the Original Fresco Motifs
The Nativity
Romanesque medieval fresco on the north wall, western bay (early 13th century)
Today: Only fragments are visible
What did the fresco depict?
The Nativity represents the birth of Christ and the mystery of the Incarnation within salvation history. It shows God entering the world in human form.
How is the motif related to the Christian calendar and church events?
It is directly connected to Christmas and the Christmas season.
How is the motif related to liturgical and church tradition?
In Romanesque churches, Nativity scenes taught the doctrine of the Incarnation to a largely illiterate medieval population and encouraged devotion to Christ’s humility and humanity.
