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The enthroned St. Francis presents the rule of the order to St. Clare

The enthroned St. Francis presents the rule of the order to St. Clare is a paint painting by the Early Renaissance artist Filippo Lippi. It dates from 1467 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin. The painting 'The enthroned St.

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Overview

The painting 'The enthroned St. Francis presents the rule of the order to St. Clare' is a 15th-century work by Filippo Lippi, a Carmelite priest and artist. Created in 1467, it is now held in the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts St. Francis seated on a throne, presenting a book to the kneeling St. Clare, surrounded by other figures in traditional religious attire. The composition conveys a significant moment in the history of the Franciscan order.

Technique & Style

The painting showcases Lippi's skillful use of light and shadow to create depth and volume. The figures are rendered in a realistic style with intricate details and textures, characteristic of the Quattrocento style prevalent in 15th-century Italy.

History & Provenance

Filippo Lippi was a prolific artist who ran a workshop that trained notable artists, including Sandro Botticelli and his own son, Filippino Lippi. His work reflects the artistic developments of his time.

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Filippo Lippi

Filippo Lippi (c. 1406 – 8 October 1469), also known as Lippo Lippi, was an Italian Renaissance painter of the Quattrocento (fifteenth century) and a Carmelite priest. He was an early Renaissance master of a painting…