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Decoration of a Casket, c. 1535 (pen & ink on paper)
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Decoration of a Casket, c. 1535 (pen & ink on paper)
930360 Decoration of a Casket, c.1535 (pen & ink on paper) by Bandinelli, Baccio (1488-1560); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: For the Tomb of Pope Clement VII (1478-1534)); eAshmolean Museum; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23502560
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
Casket Cherubim Chest Clement Coffin Embellishment Memorial Sarcophagus Studies Trompe L Oeil Trompe Loeil Westernart Cherub Cherubs
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This print showcases the intricate "Decoration of a Casket" created by Baccio Bandinelli in 1535. The piece, made with pen and ink on paper, is currently housed at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, UK. Originally designed for the tomb of Pope Clement VII, this exquisite artwork exemplifies the skill and craftsmanship of Renaissance sculpture. The drawing depicts a stunning array of embellishments adorning a casket or chest. Trompe l'oeil techniques are employed to create an illusionary effect, making it seem as if three-dimensional cherubs and cherubim are delicately perched upon its surface. These celestial beings add an ethereal touch to the overall composition. Bandinelli's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his pen. Each element is meticulously rendered, from the ornate patterns that adorn the sides of the casket to the delicate features of each cherub's face. This study serves as both a testament to his artistic prowess and a memorial tribute to Pope Clement VII. As we gaze upon this remarkable work, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the beauty and grandeur that defined Italian Renaissance artistry. It reminds us that even in death, great individuals like Pope Clement VII can be immortalized through breathtaking creations such as this one.
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