Diptych of crucifixion and Madonna and Child
1250
tempera
From the collection of Uffizi Gallery
1250
tempera
From the collection of Uffizi Gallery
This painting is a diptych, meaning it's two panels hinged together. The left panel shows Jesus on the cross, with his arms stretched out and a halo around his head. People in robes are gathered around the cross, some looking up at Jesus and others looking down. The right panel shows the Madonna and Child, with the Virgin Mary holding Jesus in her arms. She's wearing a blue robe and a red head covering, and Jesus is wearing a red robe. The background of both panels is a warm, golden color, which gives the painting a sense of warmth and intimacy. The figures are all depicted in a formal, stiff style, which was typical of medieval art. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this painting, you might want to look up Bonaventura Berlinghieri.
