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St. Benedict

Giuseppe Rusconic. 1731

Mafra National Palace

Mafra National Palace
Mafra, Portugal

Saint Benedict, placed in the north side of the narthex, is another founder of a religious order, in this case the Benedictines. He is represented with the Book of the Rule and wearing the habit. Saint Benedict was the founder of the western monastic movement and is the patron of Europe.

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  • Title: St. Benedict
  • Creator: Giuseppe Rusconi
  • Date Created: c. 1731
  • Physical Location: Palácio Nacional de Mafra, Portugal
  • Type: Sculpture
  • Medium: Carrara marble
Mafra National Palace

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