Virgin Enthroned with Angels

Created:
Movement:
unknown
Renaissance
key Notes:
Divine Majesty, Angelic Adoration
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Dimensions:
medium:
Tempera on panel
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Virgin Enthroned with Angels," created by Spinello Aretino in the early 15th century, exemplifies the artist's integration of Gothic and early Renaissance styles, characterized by its vibrant colors and intricate detailing. The painting, housed in the Museo Nazionale di San Matteo in Pisa, reflects the devotional practices of the time and highlights the significance of the Virgin Mary in medieval Christian iconography.

Description of the work:

"Virgin Enthroned with Angels," painted by Spinello Aretino in the early 15th century, depicts the Virgin Mary seated on a richly adorned throne, surrounded by a choir of angels. The composition is characterized by its vibrant color palette, intricate detailing in the drapery of the figures, and the use of gold leaf to enhance the divine quality of the scene.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Virgin Enthroned with Angels