Who painted Procession of the Magi?

Procession of the Magi was painted by Bernardo Parentino in 1470.

Where can I see Procession of the Magi?

Procession of the Magi is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Procession of the Magi?

Procession of the Magi is associated with Early Renaissance.

Artwork

Procession of the Magi

Bernardo Parentino , 1470

Procession of the Magi is an unspecified painting by the Early Renaissance artist Bernardo Parentino. It dates from 1470 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1916.790
Credit line: Holden Collection

About this work

Overview

The Procession of the Magi is a painting originally intended to adorn a cassone, a type of storage chest, rather than being displayed on a wall or as part of an altarpiece.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts a procession of horsemen approaching a distant building, illustrating the biblical episode of the Magi's journey.

Technique & Style

The painting's style and technique are suited to its original purpose as a decorative panel on a chest, likely a travel chest, which were often less ornate than those for domestic use.

Context

The subject matter, a procession, was a common theme for travel chests, suggesting a connection between the artwork's function and its narrative content.