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Pastoral scene, from the ceiling, 1503-08 (fresco)
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Pastoral scene, from the ceiling, 1503-08 (fresco)
GRL153329 Pastoral scene, from the ceiling, 1503-08 (fresco) by Pinturicchio, Bernardino di Betto (c.1452-1513); Piccolomini Library, Duomo, Siena, Italy; Ghigo Roli
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© Ghigo Roli / Bridgeman Images
1452 1513 Adoration Of The Shepherds Benetto Di Biagio Bernardino Di Betto Crook Lamb Meat Nativit Nativitas Domini Nativity Panel Pintoricchio Pinturicchio C Shapherds Shepherd Shepherdess Shepherds Sordicchio Vault Bible Story Biblical Events Biblical Scene Quattrocento
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This fresco, titled "Pastoral Scene" transports viewers to the enchanting Piccolomini Library in Siena, Italy. Painted by the talented Bernardino di Betto, also known as Pinturicchio, between 1503 and 1508, this masterpiece adorns the ceiling of the library with its vibrant colors and intricate details. The scene depicts a bucolic countryside setting where shepherds tend to their flock under a celestial vault. A crook-wielding shepherdess gracefully plays her pipe while a lamb frolics nearby. The cathedral's grandeur serves as an awe-inspiring backdrop for this Renaissance artwork. Pinturicchio's skillful brushstrokes bring life to every element within the composition. From adorable putti cherubs hovering above to various wildlife animals scattered throughout, each detail contributes to the overall harmony of the painting. This pastoral scene not only showcases Pinturicchio's artistic prowess but also evokes biblical narratives such as the Adoration of the Shepherds and Nativity. It is through these references that we witness how art intertwines with religious storytelling during this period. As we gaze upon this print captured by Ghigo Roli from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are transported back in time to experience both Italian Renaissance splendor and spiritual contemplation. This work of art stands as a testament to Pinturicchio's mastery and his contribution to Quattrocento painting in Italy.
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