Madonna and Child with the Donor, Pietro de' Lardi, Presented by Saint Nicholas
Master G.Z. (possibly Michele dai Carri, Italian, Ferrara, active by 1405–died 1441 Ferrara)
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Madonna and Child with the Donor, Pietro de' Lardi, Presented by Saint Nicholas
The painting "Madonna and Child with the Donor, Pietro de' Lardi, Presented by Saint Nicholas" was created in 1430 by the artist known as Master G.Z., possibly identified as Michele dai Carri, an Italian painter active in Ferrara. This work is executed in tempera and gold on wood, a common medium of the time, which allowed for vibrant colors and intricate detailing. The inclusion of the donor, Pietro de' Lardi, alongside Saint Nicholas, reflects the period's practice of integrating patrons into religious compositions, thereby immortalizing their piety and social status. Michele dai Carri, active by 1405 and deceased by 1441, was part of the artistic milieu in Ferrara, a city known for its flourishing arts under the Este family. The painting exemplifies the stylistic transition from Gothic to early Renaissance art, characterized by a greater emphasis on naturalism and spatial depth. This work contributes to our understanding of the devotional practices and artistic patronage in 15th-century Italy.
Madonna and Child with the Donor, Pietro de' Lardi, Presented by Saint Nicholas
Created in 1430 by Master G.Z., possibly Michele dai Carri, this artwork exemplifies the Italian Gothic style, characterized by its use of tempera and gold on wood to achieve a luminous and detailed depiction. The painting features the Madonna and Child, accompanied by the donor Pietro de' Lardi and Saint Nicholas, reflecting the religious devotion and patronage typical of the period in Ferrara.
