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Madonna enthroned with Child and four Angels by Bicci di Lorenzo

Madonna enthroned with Child and four Angels

Bicci di Lorenzo·1433

Historical Context

This religious painting from 1433 by Bicci di Lorenzo reflects the enduring importance of religious painting in the Early Renaissance. Bicci di Lorenzo brings distinctive artistic vision to the sacred narrative, creating a work that served both devotional and artistic purposes in fifteenth-century Italian culture. Created during the mature phase of the Early Renaissance, this work reflects a period when humanist learning and renewed interest in classical antiquity were reshaping artistic ambition across Europe.

Technical Analysis

Tempera technique, reflecting earlier traditions, the religious composition demonstrates Bicci di Lorenzo's skilled technique and careful observation in service of sacred narrative. The figural arrangement draws on established iconographic tradition while the handling of light and color creates emotional resonance.

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Galleria nazionale di Parma

Parma, Italy

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Quick Facts

Medium
Tempera on panel
Era
Early Renaissance
Style
Early Renaissance
Genre
Religious
Location
Galleria nazionale di Parma, Parma
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