ancone

Meanings

• noun

  Ancone is a term used in Italian culture to refer to a sculpture or statue of a saint, typically placed on the exterior of a church or in a public square.

  - "La piazza è ricca di ancone raffinate."
  - "The square is rich in refined ancones."

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Variants

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Ancona

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'angulus', meaning 'corner'. Ancones were placed in the corners of buildings, particularly churches, to protect and honor the saints.

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Trivia

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1. Ancones were often placed at the entrance of churches to bless visitors as they entered.

2. The most famous ancone is the one in St. Peter's Square in Vatican City, which depicts St. Peter.

3. Ancones were sometimes decorated with precious stones and metals to enhance their beauty and religious significance.

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1. Statue: Ancones are a type of statue.

2. Italian art: Ancones are an important part of Italian art history.

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Culture

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Ancones have been an integral part of Italian art and architecture for centuries. They were often commissioned by wealthy patrons and crafted by skilled artists. Ancones were not only used as religious symbols but also as civic symbols, representing the patron saint of a town or city.

How to Memorize "ancone"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a statue of a saint placed in the corner of a church or public square.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'ancone' with the image of a saintly statue in a corner.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'ancone' comes from the Latin word 'angulus', meaning 'corner'.

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