Hic Est Hasta Potentiae Longini by Mondwin

2D • Fantasy • posted on Aug 17, 2009

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This one is the more "consistent" of the traditional mystic relics. At this time there are four objects designed as "The Holy Lance" (also known as the "Spear of Destiny", "Lance of Longinus" and other names). As model I've used the one exposed in Hofburg, Wien (Austria). Other two lances are more controversial and about the fourth (preserved in Vatican City) we have no more than a couple of rough sketches by a french voyager from the XIX century. The "Lance of Power" has been desired by so many kings and statesmen though centuries up to the the II World War and, probably, again in the contemporary age. It is a strange thing: this should be a modern and materialistic age but still so many peoples look for possession of this (and more) relic. No modern and illuministic conceptions and knowledges affects the mind of some peoples, especially if statesmen?!? Too much materialism is not good, but likewise wrong thing when mythos and mysticism prevail reality too. All we have to think about. My personal journey through mythos, however, will be continued in future. There are so many other legends and relics to investigate in the history of human king all around the world...

Comments (420)

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gibby.g

11:46AM | Mon, 17 August 2009

Superb artwork and narrative. It's great to see you posting again but why only once a year?

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pspworkshop

11:49AM | Mon, 17 August 2009

Amazing work!!!!

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mila_s

11:52AM | Mon, 17 August 2009

Cool!

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frieder

11:53AM | Mon, 17 August 2009

Beautiful touching artwork! Excellent done!

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angelbearzs

11:58AM | Mon, 17 August 2009

that is beatiful great image >::)

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pjlawson

11:59AM | Mon, 17 August 2009

Fabulous image and thank you for the information too. Very nicely done!

frankie96

12:01PM | Mon, 17 August 2009

So very well done....great composition..

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Elcet

12:04PM | Mon, 17 August 2009

Very nice fantasy painting. You have really an enchanting gallery, it's a pity that you don't post more than ONCE a year dear Wylma. I agree with what you are saying, and your comment is interesting. Best congrats!

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2Loose2Trek

12:19PM | Mon, 17 August 2009

Thanks for posting this excellent image. That is most interesting information ... I'll have to do some research on this topic. Well done my friend.

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3x3

12:23PM | Mon, 17 August 2009

lovely spiritual artwork x

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RodolfoCiminelli

12:32PM | Mon, 17 August 2009

A brillante e spettacolare lavoro la mia amica Whylma....!!! Fantastica realizzazione.....!!!

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Flint_Hawk

12:36PM | Mon, 17 August 2009

it's wonderful to see you exhibiting again! Your work is magnificent & magical!

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gloriatanta

12:39PM | Mon, 17 August 2009

Superb art work! I love his eyes! Hug!

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annika_marie

12:45PM | Mon, 17 August 2009

Beautiful art!!

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claude19

12:57PM | Mon, 17 August 2009

AWESOME work of a new style with excellent coloring, great lighting and wonderful mood ! You are a very great artist!!!

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Hexekati

12:59PM | Mon, 17 August 2009

Absolutly beautifull, great job!

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rainbows

1:06PM | Mon, 17 August 2009

A beautiful work of art, Superb! Hugs. Diane. xx

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hipps13

1:25PM | Mon, 17 August 2009

beautiful work warm hugs, Linda

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davidoblad

1:26PM | Mon, 17 August 2009

Hi Whylma. Has it been a whole year already? My.. where does the time go? Anyway, excellent image as always. I have a rock that Jesus stepped on 2000 years ago and it's for sale.. just a million dollars and it's yours. It doesn't look very special and it doesn't float or anything.. but it is cool. (:P) If your looking for some answers, my last post may help. Wonderful topic and artwork my friend. Bravo and hugs from Dave :^)

M2A

1:32PM | Mon, 17 August 2009

You illustrated very well the legend spirit. I like all symbols placed.

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