The Stigmatization of Saint Francis

Taddeo Gaddi

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Renaissance
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Mystical Vision, Saint Francis' Stigmata
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Tempera on wood
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The Stigmatization of Saint Francis by Taddeo Gaddi

The Stigmatization of Saint Francis is a notable work by the Italian painter Taddeo Gaddi, executed using tempera on wood. Gaddi, a prominent figure in the early Italian Renaissance, was a pupil of Giotto di Bondone, whose influence is evident in Gaddi's use of color and composition. This painting depicts the moment Saint Francis of Assisi received the stigmata, a subject that held significant religious importance during the period. Gaddi's work is characterized by its narrative clarity and emotional expression, contributing to the development of more naturalistic and human-centered religious art. The painting reflects the transition from the medieval to the Renaissance style, emphasizing depth and spatial coherence. Taddeo Gaddi's contributions to art history are significant, as he helped bridge the stylistic gap between his master Giotto and later Renaissance artists.

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The Stigmatization of Saint Francis by Taddeo Gaddi

The painting "The Stigmatization of Saint Francis" by Taddeo Gaddi, executed in tempera on wood, depicts the moment Saint Francis of Assisi receives the stigmata, a subject reflecting the spiritual fervor of the 14th-century Italian Gothic style. The artwork is characterized by its use of vivid colors and detailed narrative elements, typical of Gaddi's work, and is housed in the Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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The Stigmatization of Saint Francis