Artwork
Madonna with Child enthroned with two Angels
Madonna with Child enthroned with two Angels is an oil painting by the Byzantine icon painting artist Master of the Bigallo Crucifixion. It dates from 1230 and is held in the collection of the Uffizi Gallery.
About this work
Overview
Madonna with Child Enthroned with Two Angels is a 13th-century oil painting created in 1230 by the Master of the Bigallo Crucifixion, an early organized workshop leader in Florence.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the Madonna (likely Mary) seated on a throne with the Christ Child, flanked by two angels, adhering to Byzantine iconographic traditions. The composition conveys reverence and spirituality through the use of halos, golden accents, and a warm, golden background.
Technique & Style
Characterized by its adherence to Byzantine styles, the work features flat, two-dimensional forms, and symbolic use of color (red, blue, and gold for the main figures; pink and blue for the angels). The overall aesthetic emphasizes solemnity and religious devotion.
History & Provenance
Predating Cimabue, this painting reflects the early workshop practices in Florence, notably producing large panel paintings like crucifixes for churches. It is currently part of the Uffizi Gallery's collection.
Context
Created in the first half of the 13th century, the painting represents an early example of Florence's emerging artistic practices, influenced by Byzantine art and catering to the religious demands of the time.
Artist & collection
Artist
Master of the Bigallo Crucifixion
The Master of the Bigallo Crucifix or Bigallo Master (fl. 1215/20-1265) was an Italian painter active around Florence in the first half of the 13th century. He ran one of the first fully organized workshops before…
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