Pesellino Collection
Pesellino, also known as Francesco di Stefano, was a talented artist who lived during the 15th century
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Pesellino, also known as Francesco di Stefano, was a talented artist who lived during the 15th century. His works encompassed various themes and subjects, showcasing his skill and versatility. One of his notable pieces is "The Seven Virtues, " created around 1450. In this painting, Pesellino depicted the virtues of faith, hope, charity, prudence, justice, temperance, and fortitude. Each virtue is represented by a female figure adorned with symbolic attributes. Another remarkable artwork attributed to Pesellino is "Virgin and Child" from 1460/70. Although the creator remains unknown for this piece specifically, it showcases Pesellino's influence through its delicate brushwork and attention to detail. The tender portrayal of Mary holding baby Jesus evokes a sense of maternal love and devotion. In an engraving titled "A Miracle of St Antony of Padua, " Pesellino captures a miraculous event associated with Saint Antony. This work demonstrates his ability to depict narrative scenes with precision while infusing them with spiritual significance. "The Madonna and Child with Saints Julian and Francis" is another example of Pesellino's talent in using tempera on panel technique. Created during the same period as other works attributed to him (1445/50), this painting depicts Mary seated on a throne surrounded by saints Julian and Francis. Among his religious-themed artworks are "The Crucifixion with Saint Jerome and Saint Francis" from the late 1440s. This composition portrays Christ crucified between two saints against a dramatic landscape backdrop—a testament to Pesellino's ability to convey emotion through art. In "Madonna and Child, " believed to be from around 1470 by an anonymous creator but possibly influenced by Pesellino's style; we witness another tender depiction of Mary cradling baby Jesus—an enduring motif in Christian art that continues to captivate viewers today.