Artwork
Santiago apóstol entronizado con donante
Santiago apóstol entronizado con donante is an oil painting by the Early Renaissance artist Jacomart. It dates from 1450 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
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Overview
Santiago apóstol entronizado con donante is a 15th-century oil painting attributed to Jacomart, a Valencian artist. Created around 1450, it is now housed at the Museo del Prado.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Saint James seated on a throne, accompanied by a kneeling donor figure. The saint wears a black robe and hat adorned with a pink shell, holding a staff and book, symbolizing his importance and reverence.
Technique & Style
The work showcases the artist's use of oil paint to achieve depth and texture. The intricate carvings on the stone background and the detailed attire of the figures reflect the early Renaissance style characteristic of 15th-century Spanish art.
History & Provenance
Jacomart's career was influenced by his time in Italy, where he worked at the behest of Alfonso V of Aragon. His experience abroad likely shaped his style, which is evident in this painting.
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Artist
Jaume Baçó, also spelled Baco or Jacomart (c. 1410–1461), was a Spanish painter from Valencia. Most of his life is scarcely documented. He worked in his native city until 1442, when he was called to Naples by Alfonso V…
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