The Nativity

Giovanni di Paolo

Created:
Movement:
unknown
Renaissance
key Notes:
Mystical illumination, serene composition.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Tempera on wood
story of the work:

Giovanni di Paolo's "The Nativity," created circa 1450, exemplifies the artist's distinctive use of vibrant colors and intricate detail, reflecting the influence of Sienese painting during the early Renaissance. The work is notable for its ethereal quality and the incorporation of symbolic elements, which serve to convey the theological significance of the Nativity scene within the context of Christian art.

Description of the work:

Giovanni di Paolo's "The Nativity," created in the early 15th century, features a serene depiction of the birth of Christ, characterized by its vibrant color palette and intricate detailing. The composition is marked by a triangular arrangement of figures, including the Virgin Mary, the infant Jesus, and Joseph, set against a richly decorated landscape that enhances the spiritual narrative of the scene.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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The Nativity