Created:
Movement:
1525
High Renaissance
key Notes:
Renaissance Portraiture; Biblical Figures
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Dimensions:
Each 26 3/8 x 61 3/4 in. (67 x 156.8 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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Adam; Eve by Giuliano di Piero di Simone Bugiardini

The painting "Adam; Eve," created in 1525 by Giuliano di Piero di Simone Bugiardini, is an exemplary work of the Italian Renaissance, executed in oil on canvas. Bugiardini, a contemporary of Michelangelo, was known for his ability to blend the influences of his peers with his unique style, contributing to the rich tapestry of Renaissance art. This particular work reflects the era's fascination with biblical themes, rendered with a focus on human form and expression. Bugiardini's technique demonstrates a mastery of color and composition, which was characteristic of the period's shift towards more naturalistic representations. The painting holds historical significance as it encapsulates the transition from the medieval to the modern world in art. Bugiardini's contributions, though often overshadowed by his more famous contemporaries, remain a testament to the diverse artistic explorations of the 16th century.

Description of the work:

"Adam; Eve" by Giuliano di Piero di Simone Bugiardini, created in 1525, is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the High Renaissance style with its balanced composition and idealized figures. The artwork depicts the biblical figures Adam and Eve, showcasing Bugiardini's skill in rendering human anatomy and expression.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Adam; Eve