The Creation of the World and the Expulsion from Paradise

Giovanni di Paolo (Giovanni di Paolo di Grazia)

Created:
Movement:
1445
Renaissance
key Notes:
Medieval Cosmology, Expulsion Narrative
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Dimensions:
Overall: 18 1/4 × 20 1/2 in. (46.4 × 52.1 cm)
medium:
Tempera and gold on wood
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The Creation of the World and the Expulsion from Paradise

Giovanni di Paolo di Grazia, an influential figure in the Sienese School, created "The Creation of the World and the Expulsion from Paradise" in 1445. This work, executed in tempera and gold on wood, exemplifies the artist's mastery in combining religious narrative with intricate detail and vibrant color. Giovanni di Paolo's work is notable for its imaginative interpretation of biblical themes, reflecting the spiritual and artistic milieu of 15th-century Siena. The painting's composition, with its celestial and terrestrial elements, demonstrates the artist's ability to convey complex theological concepts visually. Giovanni di Paolo's contributions to art are significant, as he bridged the Gothic tradition with emerging Renaissance ideals, influencing subsequent generations of artists. His works remain a testament to the rich cultural and artistic heritage of the Italian Renaissance.

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The Creation of the World and the Expulsion from Paradise

Giovanni di Paolo's "The Creation of the World and the Expulsion from Paradise," created in 1445, is a tempera and gold on wood painting that exemplifies the Sienese School's intricate detail and vibrant color palette. The artwork, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts the biblical narrative of creation and expulsion with a focus on celestial and terrestrial elements, reflecting the artist's mastery in combining religious themes with a rich, decorative style.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Creation of the World and the Expulsion from Paradise