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The Resurrection by Bastiano Mainardi

The Resurrection

Bastiano Mainardi·1475

Historical Context

This religious painting from 1475 by Bastiano Mainardi reflects the central role of religious painting in the Early Renaissance. Bastiano Mainardi approaches the subject with characteristic reverence and technical skill, creating an image that would have resonated deeply with contemporary viewers. The late fifteenth century saw the rise of great court cultures in Milan, Urbino, and Burgundy, whose princely patrons demanded art of the highest sophistication and learning.

Technical Analysis

The devotional work is executed with skilled technique, reflecting Bastiano Mainardi's engagement with the demands of religious painting. The composition balances narrative clarity with spiritual atmosphere, using careful observation to heighten the sacred drama.

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Statens Museum for Kunst

Copenhagen, Denmark

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Quick Facts

Medium
Tempera on panel
Dimensions
45.5 × 42 cm
Era
Early Renaissance
Style
Early Renaissance
Genre
Religious
Location
Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen
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