Artwork

The Chiarito Tabernacle

The Chiarito Tabernacle, by Pacino di Buonaguida, unspecified, 1340
The Chiarito Tabernacle, by Pacino di Buonaguida, unspecified, 1340

The Chiarito Tabernacle is an unspecified painting by the Italo Byzantine artist Pacino di Buonaguida. It dates from 1340 and is held in the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum.

About this work

Overview

The Chiarito Tabernacle is a painting created in 1340 by Pacino di Buonaguida, a Florentine Italian Gothic artist. It is part of the Italo-Byzantine movement.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a religious scene, characteristic of the Italo-Byzantine style's emphasis on sacred themes.

Technique & Style

While specific techniques used are not detailed here, the work's adherence to Italo-Byzantine conventions suggests the use of gold leaf, tempera, and rigid compositional forms typical of the period.

History & Provenance

Originally created for the Chiarito family, the tabernacle is now part of the J. Paul Getty Museum's collection.

Context

Produced in 1340, the work reflects the artistic and religious sensibilities of 14th-century Florence, blending Byzantine influences with emerging Gothic styles.

Legacy

The Chiarito Tabernacle contributes to the understanding of the Italo-Byzantine movement's influence on Florentine art during the Gothic period, though its broader impact on later art movements is not explicitly defined in available information.

Artist & collection

Artist

Pacino di Buonaguida

Pacino di Buonaguida (active c. 1303 – about 1347) was an Italian painter active in Florence in the Gothic. Little is known of his biography, and only one work is signed, an altarpiece at the Accademia di Belle Arti in…

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Who painted The Chiarito Tabernacle?

The Chiarito Tabernacle was painted by Pacino di Buonaguida in 1340.

Where can I see The Chiarito Tabernacle?

The Chiarito Tabernacle is held by J. Paul Getty Museum.

What movement is The Chiarito Tabernacle?

The Chiarito Tabernacle is associated with Italo Byzantine.

Can I buy a print of The Chiarito Tabernacle?

Museum-quality prints of The Chiarito Tabernacle are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.