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)
Zanobi Strozzi: Maestro dell’illuminazione e pittore fiorentino del Rinascimento precoce. Celebrazione della Vergine Maria e Bambino attraverso opere d'arte delicate e simboliche, influenzate dalla tradizione bizantina. Scopri il suo contributo all'arte italiana del XV secolo!
Dettagli sull'opera
- Titolo: The Nativity
- Artista: Zanobi Strozzi
- Anno: 1433
- Dimensioni originali: 19.0 x 44.0 cm
- Stato del copyright: Di pubblico dominio