Saints Lawrence and Stephen
1408
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From the collection of J. Paul Getty Museum
1408
unspecified
From the collection of J. Paul Getty Museum
This painting shows two saints, Lawrence and Stephen, standing side by side. They are dressed in long robes, with Lawrence wearing pink and Stephen in red and blue. Both hold objects, Lawrence a book and Stephen a staff. Above them, an angel is depicted in a circular frame. The background is gold, with intricate carvings around the frame. The saints' robes have detailed patterns and colors. The angel above them has wings spread out. The frame has a decorative design, with the saints' names written at the bottom. This painting is a great example of early Renaissance art. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to look into the work of other artists from this time period, such as Mariotto di Nardo.
