Saint Bernard of Clairvaux

Workshop of Fra Filippo Lippi

Created:
Movement:
1472
Renaissance
key Notes:
Monastic Devotion, Renaissance Portraiture
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Dimensions:
19 x 5 in. (48.3 x 12.7 cm)
medium:
Tempera and gold on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Saint Bernard of Clairvaux" is a painting attributed to the Workshop of Fra Filippo Lippi, created in 1472, which reflects the influence of the early Renaissance in its composition and use of color. The work depicts Saint Bernard, a prominent figure in the Cistercian order, although specific details regarding its commission or original context remain unknown.

Description of the work:

The painting "Saint Bernard of Clairvaux" by the Workshop of Fra Filippo Lippi features a central figure of Saint Bernard, depicted in a contemplative pose, adorned in monastic robes, with a serene expression that conveys spiritual devotion. The use of tempera and gold on wood enhances the work's luminosity, while intricate details in the drapery and background elements reflect the stylistic characteristics of the early Renaissance.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Saint Bernard of Clairvaux