Madonna and Child Enthroned with Saints James Minor and Lucy

Marco di Paolo Veneziano

Created:
Movement:
1390
Gothic art
key Notes:
Gothic Altarpiece, Sacred Iconography
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Dimensions:
12 1/4 x 17 1/4 in. (31.1 x 43.8 cm)
medium:
Tempera on wood, gold ground
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Madonna and Child Enthroned with Saints James Minor and Lucy

The painting "Madonna and Child Enthroned with Saints James Minor and Lucy" by Marco di Paolo Veneziano, created in 1390, is a significant example of late medieval Venetian art. Executed in tempera on wood with a gold ground, this work exemplifies the opulent use of gold leaf typical of the period, reflecting the influence of Byzantine art on Venetian painters. The composition features the Madonna and Child centrally enthroned, flanked by Saints James Minor and Lucy, which underscores the importance of religious iconography in 14th-century Venice. Marco di Paolo Veneziano, active during the late 14th century, was part of a lineage of artists who contributed to the development of Venetian painting, bridging the gap between Byzantine traditions and the emerging Gothic style. His works are noted for their intricate detailing and vibrant color palette, characteristics that would influence subsequent generations of Venetian artists. This painting not only serves as a devotional object but also as a testament to the rich cultural and artistic exchanges occurring in Venice during this period.

Description of the work:

Madonna and Child Enthroned with Saints James Minor and Lucy

The painting "Madonna and Child Enthroned with Saints James Minor and Lucy" by Marco di Paolo Veneziano, created in 1390, exemplifies the Gothic style with its use of tempera on wood and a gold ground, highlighting the divine and sacred nature of the figures. The artwork features the Madonna and Child centrally enthroned, flanked by Saints James Minor and Lucy, reflecting the religious iconography typical of the period.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Madonna and Child Enthroned with Saints James Minor and Lucy