Created:
Movement:
unknown
Renaissance
key Notes:
Emotional intensity, Dramatic composition.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Tempera on wood
Difficulty:
Master
New game
story of the work:

The "Deposition," attributed to the Master of Marradi, is a late 15th-century painting that depicts the moment of Christ's removal from the cross, reflecting the emotional intensity and dramatic composition characteristic of the Italian Renaissance. This work is significant for its use of color and light, as well as its influence on subsequent depictions of the same subject in the context of religious art in Tuscany.

Description of the work:

The "Deposition" by the Master of Marradi is characterized by its dramatic composition, depicting the moment of Christ's removal from the cross, with figures arranged in a pyramidal structure that emphasizes the emotional gravity of the scene. The use of rich, saturated colors and intricate detailing in the drapery of the figures enhances the overall sense of depth and movement, while the somber expressions of the characters convey a profound sense of mourning.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Deposition