Created:
Movement:
1413
Gothic art
key Notes:
Gothic elegance, Luminous gold leaf
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Dimensions:
8 3/4 x 12 1/4 in. (22.2 x 31.1 cm)
medium:
Tempera on wood, gold ground
story of the work:

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The Nativity (1413) by Lorenzo Monaco

The Nativity (1413) by Lorenzo Monaco, also known as Piero di Giovanni, is a significant example of early 15th-century Italian painting. Created using tempera on wood with a gold ground, this work exemplifies the International Gothic style, characterized by its elegant figures and rich use of color and gold. Lorenzo Monaco was a prominent painter and monk in Florence, whose works often reflect a deep spiritual intensity and a refined aesthetic. This painting is notable for its intricate detailing and the ethereal quality of its figures, which convey a sense of divine presence. The use of gold ground in the painting not only enhances its visual impact but also reflects the religious and cultural values of the period. Lorenzo Monaco's contributions to the development of Florentine art during the transition from Gothic to Renaissance styles are widely recognized, making this work an important piece in the study of art history.

Description of the work:

The Nativity (1413) by Lorenzo Monaco

"The Nativity" by Lorenzo Monaco, created in 1413, is a tempera on wood painting with a gold ground that exemplifies the International Gothic style through its elegant figures and intricate detailing. The artwork, depicting the birth of Christ, is notable for its use of vibrant colors and the ethereal quality imparted by the gold background, characteristic of religious iconography of the period.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Nativity (1413)