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Pala Buffi by Giovanni Santi

Pala Buffi

Giovanni Santi·1489

Historical Context

Giovanni Santi created this work around 1489 during the Early Renaissance period. The painting reflects the artistic traditions of its time and place, contributing to the rich tapestry of European painting that characterized the late fifteenth and early sixteenth centuries Egg tempera on panel was the dominant technique of the period, demanding careful layer-by-layer construction and patient craftsmanship The work is now in the collection of Galleria Nazionale delle Marche.

Technical Analysis

Tempera and oil on panel demonstrating the techniques characteristic of Early Renaissance painting. The work shows competent handling of its subject matter within established artistic conventions.

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Galleria Nazionale delle Marche

Urbino, Italy

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Quick Facts

Medium
Tempera on panel
Dimensions
330 × 221 cm
Era
Early Renaissance
Style
Early Renaissance
Genre
Religious
Location
Galleria Nazionale delle Marche, Urbino
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