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Adoration of the Child with two Angels by Biagio d'Antonio

Adoration of the Child with two Angels

Biagio d'Antonio·1470

Historical Context

This religious painting from 1470 by Biagio d'Antonio reflects the fifteenth-century approach to sacred subjects, balancing theological orthodoxy with artistic innovation. Painted during the flourishing of the Early Renaissance, the work draws on centuries of iconographic tradition while expressing Biagio d'Antonio's individual interpretation of the divine narrative. 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 Biagio d'Antonio'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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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Strasbourg

Strasbourg, France

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Quick Facts

Medium
Oil on panel
Dimensions
116.5 × 58.8 cm
Era
Early Renaissance
Style
Early Renaissance
Genre
Religious
Location
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Strasbourg, Strasbourg
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