Who painted Building of the Ark of Noah?

Building of the Ark of Noah was painted by Aureliano Milani in 1675.

Where can I see Building of the Ark of Noah?

Building of the Ark of Noah is held by Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.

What movement is Building of the Ark of Noah?

Building of the Ark of Noah is associated with Early Baroque Italian.

Can I buy a print of Building of the Ark of Noah?

Museum-quality prints of Building of the Ark of Noah are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Building of the Ark of Noah

Aureliano Milani , 1675

Building of the Ark of Noah is an unspecified painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Aureliano Milani. It dates from 1675 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.

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Overview

Building of the Ark of Noah is a 1675 painting by Aureliano Milani, an Italian late-Baroque artist. It depicts a scene from the biblical account of Noah's Ark construction.

Subject & Meaning

The painting illustrates a bustling construction site where numerous workers, some shirtless, labor to build the ark. The scene conveys collective effort and industry, set against a backdrop of water and trees, symbolizing the ark's purpose.

Technique & Style

Milani's style, influenced by his training under Cesare Gennari, Lorenzo Pasinelli, and the broader Carracci tradition, is evident in the detailed rendering of activities and figures. The palette is predominantly muted, with browns and grays dominating the composition.

History & Provenance

Created in 1675, the painting is part of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest's collection. Milani, active in Bologna and Rome, reflects the artistic currents of the late-Baroque period in the Papal States.

Context

As a religious work within the early Baroque Italian movement, it aligns with the period's emphasis on dramatic and detailed religious narratives, though its muted tones suggest a more subdued interpretation.

Legacy

While specific impact or widespread recognition of *Building of the Ark of Noah* is not highlighted in available information, it contributes to the broader understanding of late-Baroque Italian art and Milani's contributions to the tradition.

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Artist

Aureliano Milani

Aureliano Milani (1675 – 1749) was an Italian painter of the late-Baroque period, active in Bologna and Rome both of which were part of the Papal States.