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Madonna and Child with St. Michael and Other Saints, c1440. Creator: Antonio Vivarini
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Madonna and Child with St. Michael and Other Saints, c1440. Creator: Antonio Vivarini
Madonna and Child with St. Michael and Other Saints, c1440. This monumental and intact polyptych (multi-paneled altarpiece), which is now unfortunately badly damaged, is one of the earliest known altarpieces by Antonio Vivarini, head of one of the most important family-run painting workshops in 15th-century Venice
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This exquisite 15th-century polyptych, "Madonna and Child with St. Michael and Other Saints," is a testament to the artistic prowess of Antonio Vivarini, a leading figure in the Vivarini family workshop in Venice during the Early Renaissance. Dated around 1440, this monumental altarpiece was once an intact masterpiece, now unfortunately damaged, that graced the walls of a church or private chapel. The polyptych's architectural style and intricate gold leaf decoration reflect the late Gothic and early Renaissance influences prevalent in Venetian art during this period. At the center, the Madonna and Child are depicted in a warm, inviting scene, with the Virgin Mary lovingly holding the infant Jesus, who reaches out towards the viewer in a gesture of blessing. Surrounding them are various saints, including St. Michael, who stands proudly at the top, ready to defend the faithful against evil. The other saints, including St. Catherine of Alexandria, St. Jerome, and St. Francis, are shown in various poses, some in quiet contemplation and others in active engagement with their attributes. The rich colors and intricate details of this oil and gold leaf on wood panel painting are a feast for the eyes, transporting us back to the 15th century and the world of Italian art and devotion. This masterpiece, now housed in the Musée de Notre-Dame-du-Folgoët in France, is a precious heritage art object that continues to inspire awe and wonder, reminding us of the enduring power of art to connect us to our past and to the divine.
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