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Two Fragments of a Cartoon of 'The Adoration of the Magi', by Sandro Botticelli, unspecified, 1487

Two Fragments of a Cartoon of 'The Adoration of the Magi'

Sandro Botticelli

1487

unspecified

From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Two Fragments of a Cartoon of 'The Adoration of the Magi' is a 1487 unspecified by Sandro Botticelli, held at Fitzwilliam Museum.

Who painted this?
Sandro Botticelli
When & what style?
1487
Where can I see it?
Fitzwilliam Museum

About this work

This painting shows a group of people in old-fashioned clothing, gathered around a central figure. The scene is set against a plain background, with no clear indication of time or place. The artist's use of lines and shapes creates a sense of movement and energy in the scene. The figures are arranged in a way that draws the viewer's eye around the composition. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look up the work of Sandro Botticelli.

About the artist

Portrait of Sandro Botticelli
Artist

Sandro Botticelli

Sandro Botticelli was a Florentine painter who loved the drama of stories—myths, saints, and ancient tales.

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