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madonna col bambino e angeli

madonna col bambino e angeli is an unspecified painting by the Early Renaissance artist Benozzo Gozzoli. It dates from 1460 and is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.
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Overview
Madonna col Bambino e angeli, created circa 1460 by Benozzo Gozzoli, is a quintessential Early Renaissance painting. A Florentine artist trained under Fra Angelico, Gozzoli's work embodies a unique fusion of Renaissance naturalism and International Gothic elements.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays the Virgin Mary cradling the Christ Child, surrounded by a retinue of angels. This composition exemplifies the religious themes that dominated Gozzoli's oeuvre, conveying serenity and devotion through its sacred subject matter.
Technique & Style
Characterized by vibrant colors and luxurious gold accents, the painting showcases Gozzoli's skill in blending naturalistic detail with the elegance of International Gothic. The contrasting robes of Mary (blue with a golden halo) and Jesus (red), set against the angels' blue and red attire, highlight the artist's chromatic sensitivity.
History & Provenance
Currently part of the Detroit Institute of Arts collection, the painting's precise provenance before its acquisition is not detailed here, though its creation around 1460 situates it within Gozzoli's active period following his training with Fra Angelico.
Context
Emerging from the Early Renaissance, this work reflects the transitional artistic climate of 15th-century Florence, where traditional Gothic influences were being reinterpreted through the lens of emerging Renaissance ideals.
Legacy
While specific impact on later artists is not highlighted in available information, Madonna col Bambino e angeli contributes to the broader legacy of Florentine Renaissance art, illustrating the period's spiritual and aesthetic values.
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Artist
Benozzo Gozzoli (pronounced; born Benozzo di Lese; c. 1421 – 4 October 1497) was an Italian Renaissance painter from Florence. A pupil of Fra Angelico, Gozzoli is best known for a series of murals in the Magi Chapel of…


















