Botticelli Sandro 1445 1510 Collection
Sandro Botticelli (1445-1510) was a renowned Italian painter of the Renaissance period
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Sandro Botticelli (1445-1510) was a renowned Italian painter of the Renaissance period. His works showcased his mastery of tempera and fresco techniques, capturing the essence of beauty, mythology, and religious themes. One of his notable pieces is "The Dead Christ Mourned" (1501-05 circa), depicting the sorrowful scene after Jesus' crucifixion. The somber colors and intricate details evoke a sense of grief and loss. In "The Birth of Venus, " Botticelli portrays the goddess rising from the sea on a shell, surrounded by Hour, the goddess of spring, and Zephyr, god of wind. This iconic masterpiece showcases his use of vibrant colors in tempera on canvas. Another detail from "The Birth of Venus" (1484-1486) captures Venus emerging gracefully from the water. Her nudity covered by a mantle held by Hour signifies her purity and divine presence. Botticelli's devotion to religious subjects is evident in "The Virgin Adoring the Child" (1480-90). The tender moment between Mary and baby Jesus is depicted with delicate brushstrokes on poplar panel using tempera. In "Madonna and Child with Angels" (1465-70), Botticelli combines oil and tempera to create an ethereal atmosphere surrounding Mary as she cradles baby Jesus. The angels add celestial beauty to this devotional piece. His frescoes in Vatican Sistine Chapel depict scenes from Moses' life. In one detail, an Egyptian falls under Moses' sword while another shows a Hebrew man being rescued by a woman - both showcasing Botticelli's skill in storytelling through art. "The Transfiguration Triptych with Saint Jerome and Saint Augustine in their Studio" displays Botticelli's talent for creating complex compositions using tempera on canvas at Palazzo Pallavicini in Rome. A detailed section from this triptych, "Saint Jerome, " showcases the saint in his study.