The Coronation of the Virgin

Annibale Carracci

Created:
Movement:
1609
Baroque
key Notes:
Baroque dynamism, celestial grandeur
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Dimensions:
46 3/8 x 55 5/8 in. (117.8 x 141.3 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Easy
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The Coronation of the Virgin by Annibale Carracci

The Coronation of the Virgin, painted by Annibale Carracci in 1609, is a significant work in the Baroque period, exemplifying the artist's mastery of composition and color. Carracci, a pivotal figure in the transition from Mannerism to Baroque, co-founded the Bolognese School of painting, which emphasized naturalism and classical harmony. This painting reflects Carracci's ability to blend dynamic movement with serene religious themes, a hallmark of his style. The work's impact is evident in its influence on subsequent generations of artists who sought to balance realism with idealized beauty. Carracci's contributions to art were instrumental in shaping the Baroque aesthetic, making him a central figure in the evolution of Western art. His innovative approach to religious subjects helped redefine ecclesiastical art during a period of significant cultural and religious transformation.

Description of the work:

The Coronation of the Virgin by Annibale Carracci

Created in 1609, "The Coronation of the Virgin" by Annibale Carracci is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Baroque style with its dynamic composition and dramatic use of light and color. The artwork depicts the Virgin Mary being crowned in heaven, a common theme in Christian art, and is housed in the Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna, Italy.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Coronation of the Virgin