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DiaporamaThe Assumption of the Virgin with Saints Michael and Benedict
1493
171.0 x 131.0 cm
Luca Signorelli (1450 – 1523)
Luca Signorelli (c. 1450-1523) was a pivotal Italian Renaissance painter known for dramatic frescoes, masterful draftsmanship, and innovative use of foreshortening. Explore his masterpieces like 'The Last Judgment' at Orvieto Cathedral & discover his
This altarpiece combines the Assumption of the Virgin with two saints—the Archangel Michael subduing Satan, and Benedict. It was painted about 1493–95 for the Olivetan convent of Saint Michael in the artist’s native Cortona. Although Signorelli designed the altarpiece and must also have painted the Virgin and Saint Benedict, other parts may be by an assistant.Much of the picture is abraded but the Virgin and Saint Benedict are relatively well preserved. The frame is sixteenth century.
About this artwork
- Title: The Assumption of the Virgin with Saints Michael and Benedict
- Artist: Luca Signorelli
- Year: 1493
- Original dimensions: 171.0 x 131.0 cm
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Main color: Gray
- Color hue: Yellow-Green Range
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