Mid 15th Century Collection
"Exploring the Mid-15th Century: A Glimpse into Art and History" Step back in time to the mid-15th century, a period of immense artistic and cultural transformation
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"Exploring the Mid-15th Century: A Glimpse into Art and History" Step back in time to the mid-15th century, a period of immense artistic and cultural transformation. One remarkable artwork from this era is "The Battle of San Romano, " painted by Paolo Uccello around 1432. This masterpiece captures the intensity and chaos of battle, showcasing Uccello's innovative use of perspective. Another captivating piece is the "Massacre of the Innocents, " a miniature created around 1450 on vellum using ink, paint, and gold leaf. This haunting depiction portrays Herod's ruthless act as he orders the killing of innocent children. The illuminated choirbook on vellum by Master of the Vitae Imperatorum showcases "The Trinity. " Created circa 1440 with paint and burnished gold, this exquisite miniature reveals divine harmony through its intricate details. In another scene from this era, an Augustine Monk engrossed in reading an Anthiphonary captivates viewers with his devotion. Painted with oil on panel, this artwork offers a glimpse into monastic life during that time. Religious themes were prevalent during this period as seen in artworks like "Christ at the Tomb. " Executed using tempera on a gold ground panel, it depicts Christ's resurrection and serves as a testament to faith. "The Assumption of Magdalen" and "The Annunciation" are two other notable pieces crafted with tempera on panel. These works convey spiritual narratives while showcasing artists' skillful use of color and composition. Saint George slaying a dragon comes alive in an oil painting on shaped top panel attributed to an unknown artist. The dynamic composition highlights bravery against adversity—a popular theme during that time. Similarly striking is Saint James depicted in tempera on a gold ground panel with its unique shaped top. This portrayal exemplifies religious iconography combined with artistic innovation.