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Fresco of Veronica … Fresco of Veronica on the base of the altar - Laura Verdoia

Fresco of Veronica on the base of the altar - Laura Verdoia

Frescoes on the aps… Frescoes on the apse wall and on the altar - Laura Verdoia

Frescoes on the apse wall and on the altar - Laura Verdoia

Grange Chaffau, 10052 Bardonecchia

Author: unknown
Object: painting
Subject: Veronica
Chronology: Early 16th century
Material and technique: fresco
Location: Chapel of Santa Maria Maddalena and Santa Caterina d'Alessandria Grange Chaffaux - Bardonecchia

Brief description: The work consists of a fresco created on the front of the stone pedestal of the altar. The central subject is Saint Veronica, dressed in a red cloak covering her head, holding up the veil imprinted with the face of Jesus.
The composition is created on an ochre background surrounded by a blue frame that matches the color scheme of the chapel's apse wall.

Historical-critical notes: The entire fresco cycle of the chapel, depicting scenes with Mary Magdalene and Catherine of Alexandria, dates back to the 16th century. It was completely restored in 2012, bringing to light numerous internal frescoes.

Essential bibliography: Aa.Vv., La Sindone di qua dai monti - documents and testimonies, Turin 1978.