The Nativity
1433
19.0 x 44.0 cm
Although long ascribed to Fra Angelico, this enchanting Nativity is probably by his pupil Zanobi Strozzi, who is especially known for his manuscript illuminations. The scene is from the base (predella) of an altarpiece. Especially the arc of angels, beautifully choreographed and dressed in a pleasing array of pastel-colored robes enhanced by gold decorations, is typical of Zanobi’s essentially decorative style. The altarpiece may date to about 1430–35. For more information about this painting, including a reconstruction of the altarpiece, visit metmuseum.org.
Zanobi Strozzi (1412 – 1468)
Explorez Zanobi Strozzi, peintre et enlumineur de la Renaissance à Florence. Connu pour ses retables, ses Vierges à l'Enfant et ses enluminures de manuscrits. Découvrez ses œuvres influencées par Fra Angelico.
À propos de cette œuvre
- Titre: The Nativity
- Artiste: Zanobi Strozzi
- Année: 1433
- Dimensions originales: 19.0 x 44.0 cm
- État du droit d'auteur: Domaine public