The Battle of CascinaBastiano da Sangallo · 1542
1542
77.0 x 130.0 cm
Holkham Hall
The Painting: A Vivid Depiction of Battle
The scene captures the intensity of a battle with numerous figures engaged in combat. The figures are depicted in various poses, some standing, others kneeling or lying down, all seemingly caught in the midst of action. Their attire and armor suggest a historical setting, possibly from the Renaissance period when such battles were common. The color palette is dominated by earth tones, with the figures' skin, armor, and clothing rendered in shades of brown, beige, and gray. The painting style is realistic, with meticulous attention to detail evident in the rendering of the figures' muscles, facial expressions, and the folds of their clothing. This level of detail suggests that the artist aimed to create a lifelike representation of the battle. For more information on Bastiano Da Sangallo and his works, visit /art/list/?Filter=bastiano+da+sangallo,bastiano,da,sangallo.- The painting is a prime example of Renaissance art, characterized by its use of perspective, anatomy, and realism.
- The artwork is also notable for its historical significance, depicting a battle that took place in 1364 between the Republic of Pisa and the Republic of Florence.
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About this artwork
- Title: The Battle of Cascina
- Artist: Bastiano da Sangallo
- Year: 1542
- Original dimensions: 77.0 x 130.0 cm
- Format: Panoramic
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Holkham Hall
- Color palette: Dark
- Main color: Driftwood
- Topics: wars
Questions & Answers
What underlying hue runs through "The Battle of Cascina" by Bastiano da Sangallo?
A golden yellow range hue runs through "The Battle of Cascina" by Bastiano da Sangallo.
Are the colors of "The Battle of Cascina" by Bastiano da Sangallo saturated or muted?
The colors of "The Battle of Cascina" by Bastiano da Sangallo have a clear color presence saturation. Saturation describes how vivid or muted the colors are.
What color leads the composition of "The Battle of Cascina" by Bastiano da Sangallo?
driftwood (#a1764e) is the leading color of "The Battle of Cascina" by Bastiano da Sangallo.
Who is the artist behind "The Battle of Cascina"?
"The Battle of Cascina" is attributed to Bastiano da Sangallo.
When was "The Battle of Cascina" made?
"The Battle of Cascina" dates from 1542. The date places the work within Bastiano da Sangallo's career and its era.
What explains the copyright situation of "The Battle of Cascina" by Bastiano da Sangallo?
"The Battle of Cascina" by Bastiano da Sangallo is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright terms are measured from the artist's death, and Bastiano da Sangallo died in 1551.
What was Bastiano da Sangallo's age when "The Battle of Cascina" was created?
Bastiano da Sangallo made "The Battle of Cascina" at the age of 61. The artist was born in 1481 and the work is dated 1542.