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Pietas

[ pahy-i-tas ]

noun

  1. the ancient Roman personification of familial affection, patriotism, and piety.

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In this recess, under the brackets on which the sarcophagus stood, Signorelli has painted one of his most beautiful "Pietàs."

How different from the pathetic Pietàs of his master, Giambellini!

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