Artwork
Polyptych of Praglia
Polyptych of Praglia is an unspecified painting by the Early Renaissance artist Antonio Vivarini. It dates from 1448 and is held in the collection of the Pinacoteca di Brera.
About this work
Overview
The Polyptych of Praglia, created by Antonio Vivarini in 1448, is a multi-panel painting housed at the Pinacoteca di Brera. Comprising 13 individual panels, the work is arranged in a three-row composition.
Subject & Meaning
The polyptych features 13 religious figures, likely saints, each depicted in formal, dignified attire against a uniform red background. Their frontal gazes convey a sense of solemnity, indicating the work's reverent intent.
Technique & Style
Vivarini's use of vibrant colors, notably gold and red, characterizes the painting's visual appeal. The formal posture and direct gaze of the figures reflect a traditional, solemn artistic approach.
History & Provenance
Created in 1448 by Antonio Vivarini, the polyptych's history prior to its current location at the Pinacoteca di Brera is not detailed here.
Context
As a polyptych, the work aligns with a traditional format for religious art in the 15th century, suggesting its original use in a religious setting for devotional or decorative purposes.
Artist & collection
Artist
Antonio Vivarini was an Italian painter of the early Renaissance-late Gothic period, who worked mostly in the Republic of Venice.
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