Home > Arts > Artists > F > Melozzo da Forli
Angel playing a lute, Melozzo da Forli
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Angel playing a lute, Melozzo da Forli
Melozzo da Forli (1438-1494). Italian painter. Fresco depicting an Angel playing a lute. From the Church of the Twelve Holy Apostles. Pinacoteca Vaticana. Vatican City. Date: circa 1480
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14334753
© Thaliastock / Mary Evans
1480 Angel Apostles Basilica Degli Effect Fresco Instrument Lute Musician Pinacoteca Renaissance Santi Twelve Vatican Wing Winged 15th Foreshortening Forli Melozzo Michelozzo Musical Vaticana
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> F
> Melozzo da Forli
> Europe
> Italy
> Emilia-Romagna
> Forli
> Europe
> Italy
> Lazio
> Rome
> Europe
> Vatican City
> Music
> Europe
> Vatican City
> Paintings
> Historic
> Renaissance art
> Italian Renaissance art
EDITORS COMMENTS
This enchanting 15th century fresco, painted by the Italian master Melozzo da Forlì (circa 1438-1494), depicts an angel playing a lute in the Church of the Twelve Holy Apostles in Vatican City. Dating back to approximately 1480, this exquisite work of art is a testament to the artistic achievements of the late medieval and early Renaissance periods in Italy. The figure of the angel is rendered with remarkable detail and effect, its ethereal wings spread wide in a graceful pose, creating an illusion of foreshortening that adds depth and dimension to the painting. The lute, a popular musical instrument during the Middle Ages, is delicately depicted in the angel's hands, its strings taut and ready to produce music. Melozzo da Forlì was a prominent painter of the Umbrian School, known for his innovative use of perspective and realistic representation of figures. His influence can be seen in the works of other prominent artists of the time, including Michelozzo d'Ambrogi. This fresco, now housed in the Pinacoteca Vaticana, offers a glimpse into the rich artistic heritage of Rome and the Vatican City during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. The angel's serene expression and the intricate details of the lute invite the viewer to contemplate the beauty and mystery of the divine world.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
