Virgin and Child Enthroned in a Landscape

Jacobello di Antonello

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Movement:
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Renaissance
key Notes:
Divine Majesty, Natural Landscape
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Tempera on panel
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Virgin and Child Enthroned in a Landscape by Jacobello di Antonello

The painting "Virgin and Child Enthroned in a Landscape" by Jacobello di Antonello is a notable example of tempera on panel, a medium widely used during the Renaissance period. Jacobello di Antonello, an Italian painter active during the late 15th and early 16th centuries, is recognized for his contributions to the Venetian school of painting. This work exemplifies the artist's skill in combining religious iconography with naturalistic landscape elements, reflecting the period's evolving artistic trends. The depiction of the Virgin and Child is characterized by a serene and harmonious composition, indicative of the devotional themes prevalent in Jacobello's oeuvre. Although the exact date of creation remains unknown, the painting's stylistic features align with the transitional phase between Gothic and Renaissance art. Jacobello's work, including this piece, played a role in the dissemination of Renaissance ideals in Northern Italy, influencing subsequent generations of artists.

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Virgin and Child Enthroned in a Landscape by Jacobello di Antonello

This painting, executed in tempera on panel, depicts the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child seated majestically within a serene landscape, reflecting the stylistic characteristics of the Italian Renaissance with its emphasis on naturalism and harmonious composition. The use of tempera allows for vibrant colors and fine detail, typical of the period's devotional works.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Virgin and Child Enthroned in a Landscape