St LouisDonatello · 1413

  • Art movementEarly Renaissance
  • Creation date1413
  • MuseumMuseo dell'Opera di Santa Croce

Donatello (1386 – 1466)

Italian Renaissance sculptor of the first freestanding nude David and expressive bronze works using the shallow rilievo stiacciato technique.

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About this artwork

  • Title: St Louis
  • Artist: Donatello
  • Year: 1413
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Museo dell'Opera di Santa Croce
  • Movement: Early Renaissance
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Color hue: Golden Yellow Range

Questions & Answers

What kind of colors does "St Louis" use?

The colors of "St Louis" form an earthy palette. This classification describes the dominant color families.

Which color stands out most in "St Louis"?

The dominant color of "St Louis" by Donatello is phthalo green (#231b15).

Is "St Louis" more bright or more dark overall?

"St Louis" is balanced overall, and its luminance is gentle luminance.

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