Master of the Dominican Effigies
1340
vellum
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Christ and the Virgin Enthroned with Forty Saints is a 1340 by Master of the Dominican Effigies, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image is packed with gold, blue, and red. At the top, two big figures sit on thrones—one holding a crown, the other a book. Below them, two groups of people stand, dressed in robes of different colors, some holding scrolls or books. Tiny faces with golden halos fill the edges, looking like they’re floating. The background is filled with patterns and stars, and the whole thing has a border with writing in fancy letters. The two central figures are likely Christ and the Virgin Mary, surrounded by saints. The bright colors and gold leaf make everything feel important and holy. The writing at the bottom reads *"BACCIAMLAVOETI"*—probably a name or a title, but it’s hard to read. If you like this style, look up Master of the Dominican Effigies next.
Master of the Dominican Effigies (1340–1340) was an artist.
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