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From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Berlin
Dominant colour
Descent of the Holy Ghost is an unspecified by Giovanni Baronzio, held at Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
This painting depicts a scene from the New Testament, with the Virgin Mary at its center. She is surrounded by twelve apostles, all of whom are looking up towards the heavens. The figures are arranged in a semi-circle, with Mary seated on a throne-like chair. The apostles are all wearing robes, with some of them holding books or other objects. The background of the painting is a light color, with some subtle shading to give it depth. The overall effect is one of serenity and reverence. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of volume and texture, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure of Mary.
Giovanni Baronzio, also known as Giovanni da Rimini, (died before 1362), was an Italian painter who was active in Romagna and the Marche region during the second quarter of the 14th century.
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