WindowSimone Martini · 1312
Stained Glass- Decor
- Late Gothic Style
1312- Late Medieval
Simone Martini (1284 – 1344)
Discover Simone Martini, the Sienese master of elegance and grace! His International Gothic paintings—like 'Maestà'—blend religious themes with courtly refinement & exquisite detail.
Visual Overview
The artwork, titled Window, is a stained glass window dating to 1312. The piece features a central painting of Jesus Christ standing on a cross. This figure is surrounded by several angels and other figures within the composition.
The window is characterized by a yellow background and contains intricate designs that frame the central scene. In the bottom left corner, there are two smaller figures that appear to be part of the larger stained glass design.
About this artwork
- Title: Window
- Artist: Simone Martini
- Year: 1312
- Format: Tall
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Movement: Late Gothic Style
- Medium: Stained Glass
- Creative period: Mature Style
- Corpus context: medieval tradition, duccio’s elegance
- Color palette: Earthy
Quick Facts
- Year: 1312
- Subject or theme: Religious iconography
- Title: Window
- Notable elements or techniques: Detailed depiction of Christ on the cross; angelic figures
- Location: Private Collection
Questions & Answers
What art movement does "Window" by Simone Martini belong to?
"Window" is a work of Late Gothic Style. The movement indicates the artistic tradition the work is part of.
Is "Window" typical of what Simone Martini usually created?
Simone Martini's recurring themes include duccio’s elegance, sienese patronage, christian faith, medieval tradition; "Window" focuses on religious iconography, medieval art, stained glass window, jesus christ, christian symbolism, simone martini, italian painting.
What atmosphere would a reproduction of "Window" by Simone Martini bring to a room?
The elegant atmosphere of "Window" by Simone Martini matches its recommended space: a living room.