Early Renaissance Collection

Anne of Cleves
" Vintage engraving of Anne of Cleves by Hans Hobein. A German noblewoman and the fourth wife of Henry VIII of England and as such she was Queen of England from 6 January 1540 to 9 July 1540

The Sea Monster
Vintage engraving by Albrech Durer, showing The Sea Monster, 1498

Virgin and Child with Saint Lorenzo Giustiniani and Zeno, 1874, (1903)
Virgin and Child with Saint Lorenzo Giustiniani and Zeno, 1874. From The Connoisseur Vol. VII [Otto Limited, London, 1903.]

The Nativity, 1325. Creator: Taddeo Gaddi
The Nativity, 1325.

Portrait of a Boy. (Guidobaldo Da Montefeltro?), 1483. Creator: Piero della Francesca
Portrait of a Boy. (Guidobaldo Da Montefeltro?), 1483.

Adam and Eve, 1507. Creator: Jan Gossaert
Adam and Eve, 1507.

Christ on the route to Calvary, 1415. Creator: Andrea di Bartolo
Christ on the route to Calvary, 1415.

The Virgin of Humility, 1433. Creator: Fra Angelico
The Virgin of Humility, 1433.

Saint Jerome in the Desert, unknown date. Creator: Bartolomeo Montagna
Saint Jerome in the Desert, unknown date.

Portrait Of A Gentleman, c1530. Creator: Jan Gossaert
Portrait Of A Gentleman, c1530. Despite his distinctive facial features, this sitter's identity is unknown. His extravagant costume, fine gloves

Dead Christ With Joseph Of Arimathea And Nicodemus (Sepulcrum Christi), c1494-98. Creator: Perugino
Dead Christ With Joseph Of Arimathea And Nicodemus (Sepulcrum Christi), c1494-98. Joseph of Arimathea looks on contemplatively as a tearful Nicodemus supports Christ's lifeless body on a stone

Virgin And Child With Saint John The Baptist, c1490. Creators: Workshop of Sandro Botticelli, Sandro Botticelli
Virgin And Child With Saint John The Baptist, c1490. The Virgin Mary tenderly embraces her infant son, Jesus, while a young John the Baptist prays devoutly

Virgin And Child With Two Angels, c1480. Creator: Matteo di Giovanni
Virgin And Child With Two Angels, c1480. The Virgin Mary balances an unfinished miniature building on one arm, while her son Jesus raises his hand in a blessing

The Calling Of Saints Peter And Andrew, 1470s. Creator: Matteo di Giovanni
The Calling Of Saints Peter And Andrew, 1470s. Jesus on the shore of the Sea of Galilee, urging two fishermen, the brothers Peter and Andrew, to become his disciples

Virgin And Child With Music-Making Angels, c1400-1410. Creator: Master of the Strauss Madonna
Virgin And Child With Music-Making Angels, c1400-1410.

Virgin And Child Enthroned With Four Angels, c1460-70. Creator: Piero della Francesca
Virgin And Child Enthroned With Four Angels, c1460-70. The Virgin Mary and Jesus are attended by angels, whose wings are partly visible

Virgin And Child, c1465-70. Creator: Matteo di Giovanni
Virgin And Child, c1465-70. Jesus raises one hand in blessing, a solemn expression on his face. The Virgin Mary appears pensive as she gently touches her son's shoulder

Fragment of Dante Alighieri's Divina Comedia, 14th century (engraving)
5309211 Fragment of Dante Alighieri's Divina Comedia, 14th century (engraving); (add.info.: Fragment of Dante Alighieri's "Divina Comedia")

"Italie souvenirs de voyage"; view of the Rocca Pia in Tivoli
3560899 "Italie souvenirs de voyage"; view of the Rocca Pia in Tivoli by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Tivoli 1870 ca)

Bovolo Staircase (Spiral Staircase) built for Pietro Contanin to embellish the interior facade of the Palazzo di San
3566436 Bovolo Staircase (Spiral Staircase) built for Pietro Contanin to embellish the interior facade of the Palazzo di San Paternian (today Campo Manin) by Unknown photographer

View of the Arsenal of Venice
3560799 View of the Arsenal of Venice; (add.info.: Venice 1871 Date of Artwork: XV -XVII sec. Artist: Bon, Bartolomeo;Gambello, Antonio;Tremignon, Alessandro;Alberghetti Giovanni Francesco;Campagna)

View of Campo Santi Giovanni and Paolo in Venice, with the Monument to Bartolomeo Colleoni
3575767 View of Campo Santi Giovanni and Paolo in Venice, with the Monument to Bartolomeo Colleoni and the Scuola Grande di San Marco; postcard; (add.info.: Campo SS)

Male head, roundel from the frame of the Gates of Paradise (East doors) by Lorenzo Ghiberti (1378-1455)
BEN87667 Male head, roundel from the frame of the Gates of Paradise (East doors) by Lorenzo Ghiberti (1378-1455) 1425-52 (gilt bronze) (see also 87652-66); Baptistery, Florence

The Anatomical Institutes in the course of demolition, Florence
3560233 The Anatomical Institutes in the course of demolition, Florence by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Via degli Alfani)

"Calli, Canali e Isole della Laguna", edition by Ferdinando Ongania
3560754 "Calli, Canali e Isole della Laguna", edition by Ferdinando Ongania, the Scala dei Giganti (the giants staircase), of the Ducal Palace

View of the Colleoni Chapel, Bergamo
3569247 View of the Colleoni Chapel, Bergamo; (add.info.: The Colleoni Chapel, Bergamo 1880 ca. Date of Artwork: 1472-1476 Artist: Amadeo Giovanni Antonio (1447-1522) Photographer

The dome of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence
3563422 The dome of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Santa Maria del Fiore, gallery, Florence 1930 ca)

Town Hall, formerly the Public Palace or Palazzo dei Priori, the draft Bernardo Rossellini (1409-1464), Pienza
3557900 Town Hall, formerly the Public Palace or Palazzo dei Priori, the draft Bernardo Rossellini (1409-1464), Pienza. The photograph was taken after the restoration of 1901

Female head, roundel from the frame of the Gates of Paradise (East doors) by Lorenzo Ghiberti (1378-1455)
BEN87663 Female head, roundel from the frame of the Gates of Paradise (East doors) by Lorenzo Ghiberti (1378-1455) 1425-52 (gilt bronze) (see also 87652-62 & 87664-67); Baptistery, Florence

A moor from the clock tower in Piazza San Marco in Venice
3563433 A moor from the clock tower in Piazza San Marco in Venice by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Venice 1930 ca)

Town Hall, formerly the Public Palace or Palazzo dei Priori, the draft Bernardo Rossellini (1409-1464), Pienza
3557901 Town Hall, formerly the Public Palace or Palazzo dei Priori, the draft Bernardo Rossellini (1409-1464), Pienza. The photo was taken before the restoration of 1901 by Unknown photographer

First floor landing of the Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista, in Venice
3572361 First floor landing of the Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista, in Venice, taken from the hall through the arch springs from columns and coupled piers; (add.info.: Venice 1860-1890 ca)

St. Florian's Gate in Cracow
3570431 St. Florian's Gate in Cracow by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Cracow, Poland 1870 ca. Date of Artwork: XVI, 1657 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives

St. Sebastian. Creator: Perugino
St. Sebastian, Unknown date

Portrait of a Member of the Alardes Family, early 16th century. Creator: Jacob Claesz van Utrecht
Portrait of a Member of the Alardes Family, early 16th century

The Holy Family, 1465-1523. Creator: Perugino
The Holy Family, 1465-1523

Shrine with the Crucifixion, Saints and Angels. Creator: Taddeo Gaddi
Shrine with the Crucifixion, Saints and Angels, Unknown date

Madonna and Child with Two Angels, c1500. Creator: Agnolo di Domenico di Donnino
Madonna and Child with Two Angels, c1500. This "tondo" (circular painting) shows two lily-bearing angels striding toward the Madonna and crowning her as Queen of Heaven

Madonna and Child with St. Michael and Other Saints, c1440. Creator: Antonio Vivarini
Madonna and Child with St. Michael and Other Saints, c1440. This monumental and intact polyptych (multi-paneled altarpiece), which is now unfortunately badly damaged

Three musicians / Three ladies playing music, c1530. Creator: Master of the Female Half-Lengths
Three musicians / Three ladies playing music, c1530. Three female Musicians playing the poem Jouissance vous donneray by Clement Marot, music by Claudin de Sermisy

Madonna and Child, 1480-1485. Creator: Bartolomeo Montagna
Madonna and Child, 1480-1485. Christ and Mary's divinity is downplayed; their halos are just barely visible and they appear quite simply as mother and son

A Prophet. Companion piece to NM 6863, c1310-1340. Creator: Master of Figline
A Prophet. Companion piece to NM 6863, c1310-1340

Female Angel. Companion piece to NM 6862, c1310-1340. Creator: Master of Figline
Female Angel. Companion piece to NM 6862, c1310-1340

Judgment of Paris, 1532. Creator: Master of the Female Half-Lengths
Judgment of Paris, 1532

Mystic Nativity, 1500, (1909). Artist: Sandro Botticelli
Mystic Nativity, 1500, (1909). Painting held at The National Gallery, London. From The National Gallery, Vol. One [T. C. & E. C. Jack, London and Edinburgh, 1909]

Madonna, undated. (c1500s) Creator: Perugino
Madonna, undated. (c1500s)

Photomontage of the east side of the Cappella dei Magi showing the nineteenth-century window in the altar wall, Palazzo Medici Riccardi Florence Palazzo Medici Riccardi

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"Exploring the Early Renaissance: A Journey through Art and History" Step back in time to the captivating era of the Early Renaissance, where artistic brilliance flourished and cultural transformations took place. Delve into this enchanting period as we unravel its secrets through a collection of remarkable artworks. One such masterpiece is "Anne of Cleves, " a portrait that encapsulates the elegance and grace of this influential figure from history. Her regal presence reflects the ideals celebrated during this period, showcasing an appreciation for beauty and refinement. Moving on to religious art, "Annunciation and Madonna and Child with Saints" mesmerizes viewers with its intricate details. The delicate brushstrokes bring to life divine messages delivered by heavenly messengers, evoking a sense of awe and wonder. In contrast, "The Sea Monster, " depicted in mosaic form on St John's Baptistry ceiling in Florence, transports us to mythical realms. This artwork showcases not only technical skill but also highlights the fascination with fantastical creatures prevalent during this time. "The Perussis Altarpiece" stands as a testament to devotion and spirituality. Its rich colors combined with gold accents create an ethereal atmosphere that invites contemplation and reverence. Sandro Botticelli's "Mystic Nativity" captivates audiences with its mystical interpretation of Christ's birth. Through vibrant colors and symbolic imagery, it explores profound spiritual themes while offering a glimpse into Botticelli's unique artistic vision. On another note, Masaccio's "Expulsion from Eden" depicts humanity's fall from grace in haunting detail. This powerful painting serves as a reminder of our vulnerability yet offers hope for redemption through repentance—a theme central to early Renaissance thought. Religious narratives continue their prominence within works like the "Epiphany Triptych. " With meticulous attention to detail, artists conveyed biblical stories that resonated deeply with viewers' faiths—inspiring devotion while celebrating divine miracles.