Flight to EgyptAltobello Melone · 1517

  • KunstretningRenaissance
  • Oprettelsesdato1517
  • MuseumKatedralen

Altobello Melone (1491 – 1543)

Discover altobello melone, a Renaissance painter from Cremona (1491-1543). Explore his Lombard & Mannerist style frescoes, influenced by Romanino, showcasing expressive gestures & classical themes.

Katedralen (Cremona, Italien)

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The painting Flight to Egypt by Altobello Melone is a remarkable work of art that showcases the artist's skill and attention to detail. Created in 1517, this fresco painting is located in the Cathedral of Cremona, Italy and depicts a scene from Christian art history, where Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus are on their journey into Egypt to escape Herod's slaughter of infants.

Composition and Symbolism

The painting is rich with symbolism and detail, typical of religious art from the Renaissance period. The use of color, light, and shadow creates a sense of depth and movement in the scene. The figures are depicted with a high level of realism, which was characteristic of the style at that time. The overall composition conveys a narrative of divine intervention and protection during a perilous journey. Some notable elements include:
  • A woman dressed in blue robes, holding a child who appears to be sleeping or resting, representing Mary with the infant Jesus.
  • A man standing next to her, wearing a brown robe and a hat, possibly representing Joseph.
  • An angel dressed in white, hovering above the group, symbolizing divine protection.
Other notable works by Altobello Melone can be found on Mus3ums.com, including his other frescoes in the Cathedral of Cremona, Italy. For more information on the artist and his works, visit Mus3ums.com's artist page. Similar paintings can also be found on Mus3ums.com, such as Lodovico Mazzolino's Circumcision and Giotto Di Bondone's Scrovegni - - Marriage of the Virgin. These paintings showcase the skill and artistry of Renaissance artists and are a testament to the enduring power of religious art.
For those interested in learning more about the Cathedral of Cremona, Italy and its artistic treasures, visit Mus3ums.com's page on the Museum Oratory of San Bernardino, Siena, Italy.

Om dette kunstværk

  • Titel: Flight to Egypt
  • Kunstner: Altobello Melone
  • År: 1517
  • Format: Square
  • Ophavsretlig status: Offentlig ejendomsret
  • Hvor det kan ses: Katedralen
  • Bevægelse: Renaissance
  • Kreativ periode: Mature Renaissance
  • Nøgleord: religious artwork, blue robes painting, flight to egypt
  • Farveintensitet: Monochromatic

Spørgsmål & svar

Hvilken fase i Altobello Melones karriere svarer datoen 1517 for "Flight to Egypt" til?

Dateringen fra 1517 placerer "Flight to Egypt" i Mature Renaissance af Altobello Melone's udvikling.

Hvor i Altobello Melones karriere placerer "Flight to Egypt" sig?

Inden for Altobello Melones karriere tilhører "Flight to Egypt" perioden Mature Renaissance. Denne fase gør det muligt at sammenligne værket med kunstnerens øvrige værker.

Hvem har skabt "Flight to Egypt", og hvilken stilart er det?

Altobello Melone skabte "Flight to Egypt" inden for Renaissance-bevægelsen.

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