1461
tempera
panel
From the collection of Uffizi Gallery
Circumcision of Jesus is a 1461 tempera by Andrea Mantegna, a Early Renaissance work, held at Uffizi Gallery.
In this painting, a solemn scene unfolds with a group of figures gathered around a baby, who is being circumcised. The figures are dressed in robes, with one holding the baby and another performing the ritual. The background is a warm, golden color, with intricate details and patterns. A notable detail is the use of tempera, a technique that adds a sense of depth and texture to the painting. The artist's skillful use of this medium creates a rich, layered effect that draws the viewer in. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the art of Andrea Mantegna.
Andrea Mantegna (UK: , US: ; Italian: ; c. 1431 – September 13, 1506) was an Italian Renaissance painter, a student of Roman archaeology, and the son-in-law of Jacopo Bellini. Like other artists of the time, Mantegna…
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