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Start Your JournalMadonna Enthroned with Angels and Prophets
ποΈby Cimabue
Personal Reflection
Like most religious paintings, this one makes me feel peaceful, but because it's just slightly uncanny valley, it's not at the top of my list of faves. Note: I am not practicing but I like the comfort of religion anyway :)
About This Artwork
ca. 1280-1290, tempura and gold leaf on wood I like the strong verticality with 4 prophets on the bottom in this painting, and the gold leaf is a classic sign of Byzantine era works. This is the first altarpiece with gabled top. Plus gold isn't just used in the background, it's also included in Mary's robe to enhance her 3-D visual. Homunculus baby Jesus is always goofy to look at.
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- Cimabue
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