The Madonna of Humility, the Annunciation, the Nativity, and the Pietà

Bartolomeo Vivarini

Created:
Movement:
1468
Renaissance
key Notes:
Renaissance Polyptych, Religious Iconography
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Dimensions:
Central panel, overall 23 x 18 in. (58.4 x 45.7 cm); left panel, overall 22 3/8 x 9 1/2 in. (56.8 x 24.1 cm); right panel, overall 22 1/4 x 9 3/8 in. (56.5 x 23.8 cm);
medium:
Tempera and gold on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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The Madonna of Humility, the Annunciation, the Nativity, and the Pietà by Bartolomeo Vivarini

Bartolomeo Vivarini, an Italian painter active during the Renaissance, created "The Madonna of Humility, the Annunciation, the Nativity, and the Pietà" in 1468 using tempera and gold on wood. This work exemplifies Vivarini's mastery in combining religious iconography with the rich, luminous qualities of gold leaf, a hallmark of Venetian painting during this period. Vivarini was part of the prominent Vivarini family of painters, known for their contributions to the development of Venetian art in the 15th century. His work reflects the transition from the Gothic style to the early Renaissance, characterized by a greater emphasis on naturalism and human emotion. The painting's intricate detail and vibrant color palette highlight Vivarini's skill in creating devotional images that were both spiritually resonant and visually captivating. This piece contributes to the understanding of the evolving artistic techniques and religious themes of the time, marking Vivarini's significant role in the history of Italian Renaissance art.

Description of the work:

"The Madonna of Humility, the Annunciation, the Nativity, and the Pietà" by Bartolomeo Vivarini, created in 1468, is a tempera and gold on wood painting that exemplifies the Venetian Renaissance style with its vivid colors and intricate details. The artwork, which depicts key scenes from the life of the Virgin Mary, is notable for its use of gold leaf to enhance the divine and sacred nature of the subjects.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Madonna of Humility, the Annunciation, the Nativity, and the Pietà