Virgin and Child with Saints John the Baptist and Anthony Abbot

Created:
Movement:
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Renaissance
key Notes:
Devotional Iconography, Florentine Renaissance
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medium:
Tempera on panel
story of the work:

"Virgin and Child with Saints John the Baptist and Anthony Abbot," created by Jacopo da Firenze in the early 14th century, exemplifies the artist's contribution to the Sienese school of painting, characterized by its use of vibrant colors and intricate detailing. This work reflects the devotional practices of the period, serving both liturgical purposes and the personal piety of its patrons, while also influencing subsequent generations of artists in the region.

Description of the work:

"Virgin and Child with Saints John the Baptist and Anthony Abbot," attributed to Jacopo da Firenze, features a central composition of the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, flanked by Saints John the Baptist and Anthony Abbot. The painting is characterized by its use of vibrant colors, intricate detailing in the figures' garments, and a serene, hierarchical arrangement that emphasizes the divine nature of the subjects.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Virgin and Child with Saints John the Baptist and Anthony Abbot