Artwork
The Crucifixion
The Crucifixion is an unspecified painting by the Early Renaissance artist Taddeo di Bartolo. It dates from 1402 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
About this work
Overview
The Crucifixion is a painting created by Taddeo di Bartolo, a Sienese School artist, in 1402. It is now part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, surrounded by a crowd of figures wearing brightly colored robes, some with halos. The scene is set against a gold and dark cloud-filled sky.
Technique & Style
Taddeo di Bartolo employed sharp lines and bold colors to distinguish individual figures. The robes are characterized by stiff, angular folds, contrasting with softer, more naturalistic drapery. The artist's use of color and line creates a sense of drama and tension.
History & Provenance
Taddeo di Bartolo was active during the early Renaissance and was related to fellow painter Domenico di Bartolo. The painting has been preserved and is now held in a major art museum.
Artist & collection
Artist
Taddeo di Bartolo (c. 1363 – 26 August 1422), also known as Taddeo Bartoli, was an Italian painter of the Sienese School during the early Renaissance. His biography appears in the Vite of Giorgio Vasari, who claims that…
