My fascination for churches stimulates my imagination of archaic and gothic tales from the past. Visiting old churches makes me feel that I am taken back thru time surrounded with ancient stone , wood and statues of Saints. I am not a Catholic by religion but I have respect for the belief and the art form within the religion. This time these art are not in a church but displayed in a museum but it still gives me the same feeling fascination which I love. One of the pieces that I adore where the saints are placed is the side altar and this piece is called.........................
Retalbo
This side altar dates back from the 18th century. Retrieved from the Church of San Nicolas de Tolentino which is located in Bohol. The design and carvings on the side altar is a work of art but the name of the artist was never known. The church this day still stands and is protected by the local government in Bohol and considered as a national treasure of the country.
Also recovered are wooden status of saints and seems to be praying in front of the Retalbo. The artist of these statues also remain unnamed and only silent whispers from these statues would know.
A wooden carving of Santiago Matamoro who is also known as Saint James the Moorslayer is also on display. Lengend says he mysteriously came and led the dismayed Christian troops to defeat the Moors. This was in the famous Battle of Clavijo where the legend was born. Again the artist of this statue remains unnamed.
Other fascinating religious pieces of art including Pieta, Crucifix and angels is included in this area. The name of the artist that will never be credited but their works will remain here to be forever appreciated.
We pass by thru time and what we do today may echo for eternity. These are remnants from past lives that holds historical secrets and stories from the past. Who's stories remain unknown but I am glad that these were recovered to be treasured by the next generation.
Taking a walk in this place gives me joy and sharing part of our heritage is something which drives me more. Showcasing remnants which remains a mystery but stimulates our imagination as it takes us back thru time
Thank you once again for joining me in this short trip. Hope you join me again.
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Taken with Lumix GX85 and 12-32 mm
