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MASOLINO DA PANICALE, Tommaso di Cristoforo Fini
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MASOLINO DA PANICALE, Tommaso di Cristoforo Fini
MASOLINO DA PANICALE, Tommaso di Cristoforo Fini, called (1383-1447); MASACCIO, Tomaso di Ser Giovanni di Mone Casai, called (1401-1428). Brancacci Chapel. 1426-1482. ITALY. Florence. Church of Santa Maria del Carmine. Detail with the expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise. Renaissance art. Quattrocento. Fresco
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Adam Called Carmine Chapel Cristoforo De L Expulsion Florence Giovanni Maria Masaccio Tommaso Masolino Mone Panicale Santa Tomaso
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This stunning detail from the Brancacci Chapel in the Church of Santa Maria del Carmine in Florence, Italy, showcases the masterful artistry of two Renaissance greats: Masolino da Panicale and Masaccio. Painted between 1426 and 1482, this fresco depicts the expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise. Masolino, born as Tommaso di Cristoforo Fini, executed the left side of the chapel, while Masaccio, known as Tomaso di Ser Giovanni di Mone, worked on the right. Masolino, a Sienese painter, was a leading figure of the Quattrocento, the period of art in Italy between the 15th and early 16th centuries. His influence on the development of perspective and the use of light and shadow in painting is evident in this work. Masaccio, on the other hand, is considered one of the pioneers of the Early Renaissance. His innovative use of linear perspective and realistic representation of human anatomy can be seen in the figures of Adam and Eve. The expulsion scene is a powerful narrative, with God the Father sending the angel to drive Adam and Eve out of Eden. The figures are rendered with remarkable detail and emotion, capturing the essence of the biblical story. The intricate details of the landscape, the textures of the robes, and the expressive faces of the characters all contribute to the overall impact of this masterpiece. The Brancacci Chapel is a testament to the artistic collaboration between Masolino and Masaccio, showcasing the evolution of the Renaissance style and the influence of these two great artists on the development of Western art.
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