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Adoration of the Magi
Adoration of the Magi is an oil painting by the Mannerist artist Defendente Ferrari. It dates from 1520 and is held in the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum.
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Overview
Defendente Ferrari's 'Adoration of the Magi' is a 1520 oil painting exemplifying the transition from late Gothic to early Renaissance styles in Piedmont, Italy.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the Virgin Mary and Christ Child surrounded by reverent figures, likely the Magi, in a grand, ornate setting, conveying an atmosphere of devotion and awe.
Technique & Style
Ferrari's use of chiaroscuro creates depth and volume, drawing attention to the central figures, and his work is characteristic of the Mannerist movement.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the J. Paul Getty Museum.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Defendente Ferrari (c. 1480/1485 – c. 1540) was an Italian painter active in Piedmont. His work marks the transition from late Gothic traditions to Renaissance art in the region.
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