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PINTURICCHIO, Bernardino di Betto, called Il (1454-1513)
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PINTURICCHIO, Bernardino di Betto, called Il (1454-1513)
PINTURICCHIO, Bernardino di Betto, called Il (1454-1513). Piccolomini Library. 1502-1508. ITALY. Siena. Cathedral. Detail. Eneas Silvio goes to the Council of Basel. Renaissance art. Quattrocento. Fresco
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This detail from a fresco by the renowned Sienese painter, Bernardino di Betto, known as Pinturicchio, showcases the moment when Eneas Silvio Piccolomini, later Pope Pius II, sets off for the Council of Basel in 1431. The scene, executed between 1502 and 1508 in the Piccolomini Library within Siena Cathedral, Italy, is a testament to the artistic prowess of the Quattrocento period. Pinturicchio masterfully captures the essence of the historical event, with Eneas Silvio, dressed in rich robes and a papal tiara, surrounded by a group of European nobles and clergy. The vibrant colors and intricate details bring the scene to life, transporting us back to an era of political intrigue and religious fervor. The setting for this dramatic moment is the European peninsula, a time when the Western world was on the brink of the Early Modern Era. Pinturicchio's skillful brushstrokes and exquisite use of color create a vivid depiction of the scene, capturing the essence of the Renaissance and the spirit of the Quattrocento. Eneas Silvio Piccolomini, who would later become Pope Pius II, is shown here embarking on his journey to the Council of Basel, an important ecclesiastical assembly that aimed to reform the Catholic Church. This detail from the larger fresco is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of the Council and the pivotal role played by Pinturicchio in preserving this moment in art history.
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