The Death of the Virgin

Bartolomeo Vivarini

Created:
Movement:
1484
Renaissance
key Notes:
Renaissance religious iconography, Vivid color palette
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Dimensions:
Arched top, 74 3/4 x 59 in. (189.9 x 149.9 cm)
medium:
Tempera on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"The Death of the Virgin," created by Bartolomeo Vivarini in 1484, depicts the Virgin Mary's death surrounded by the apostles, emphasizing her significance in Christian iconography. The painting is characterized by Vivarini's use of vibrant colors and detailed figures, reflecting the influence of the Venetian Renaissance style.

Description of the work:

"The Death of the Virgin" by Bartolomeo Vivarini, created in 1484, features a somber composition that depicts the Virgin Mary surrounded by mourning apostles, rendered in a palette of rich colors and intricate details characteristic of the Venetian Renaissance. The use of tempera on wood allows for a luminous quality in the figures' expressions and garments, while the architectural elements in the background provide a sense of depth and context to the scene.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Death of the Virgin