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Lorenzo Costa (The Elder) (1460 – 1535)

Lorenzo Costa (1460-1535) was a pivotal Italian Renaissance painter of the Ferrara & Bologna schools. Known for soft, atmospheric style, mythological allegories, and religious works. Court painter to Isabella d'Este.

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About this artwork

  • Title: Nativity
  • Artist: Lorenzo Costa (The Elder)
  • Format: Landscape
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Musée Des Beaux
  • Main color: Walnut
  • Color hue: Ochre to Sepia
  • Perceived brightness: deep_shadow

Questions & Answers

How is the palette of "Nativity" by Lorenzo Costa (The Elder) described?

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

How saturated is the palette of "Nativity"?

The palette of "Nativity" is subtle color in saturation.

How strong is the contrast in "Nativity" by Lorenzo Costa (The Elder)?

"Nativity" by Lorenzo Costa (The Elder) shows a statement contrast between its light and dark areas.

What saturation and intensity does "Nativity" by Lorenzo Costa (The Elder) show?

The colors of "Nativity" by Lorenzo Costa (The Elder) show a subtle color saturation with a balanced intensity.

Who created "Nativity"?

"Nativity" was created by Lorenzo Costa (The Elder). The information on this page describes Lorenzo Costa (The Elder)'s original work.

What subjects appear in "Nativity" by Lorenzo Costa (The Elder)?

"Nativity" by Lorenzo Costa (The Elder) depicts: nativity.

Where can I see the original "Nativity" by Lorenzo Costa (The Elder)?

You can see the original "Nativity" at the Musée Des Beaux, Lyon, France.

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