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Tempera Painting Collection

Tempera painting, a technique that has been used for centuries, continues to captivate art enthusiasts with its vibrant colors and intricate details



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Tempera painting, a technique that has been used for centuries, continues to captivate art enthusiasts with its vibrant colors and intricate details. From Interventionist Demonstration in 1914 to the Annunciation in the Cathedral of Ferrara, tempera on various surfaces such as cardboard, canvas, and wood showcases the versatility of this medium. In Cosme Tura's Annunciation, we witness the delicate brushstrokes and meticulous attention to detail that bring this religious scene to life. The use of tempera on canvas allows for a smooth texture and rich pigments that enhance every element of the composition. Moving forward in time, Benozzo Gozzoli's Madonna of Girdle captures our attention with its harmonious color palette and graceful figures. This tempera on wood masterpiece transports us back to the Renaissance era when artists mastered their craft through precise brushwork and exquisite rendering. Duccio di Buoninsegna's Madonna with Child and six Angels takes us even further back in history. Created between 1300-1305 using tempera on panel, this artwork exemplifies the early Italian Renaissance style characterized by soft colors and gentle expressions. Vincenzo Gemito's Self-portrait from 1920 demonstrates how artists continued to explore new possibilities within tempera painting. With his skilled hand, Gemito brings forth his own likeness onto paper using this traditional medium but infusing it with modern sensibilities. The Sala delle Asse reveals an extraordinary example of decorative artistry through its vaulted ceiling adorned with detailed frescoes executed in tempera. Each stroke tells a story as we marvel at the skillful execution required for such grandeur. From religious scenes like Adoration of Magi to portraits like Madonna and Child with St Severino and Dominic or Four saints of Quaratesi Polyptych featuring Saint Mary Magdalene alongside Saint Nicholas of Bari - these works showcase how tempera painting has been utilized to depict various subjects throughout art history.