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Portraitearly Renaissance Collection

The early Renaissance period was a time of great artistic exploration and innovation, as seen in these captivating portraits

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: Woman inside the bell tower of the Duomo of Montepulciano

Woman inside the bell tower of the Duomo of Montepulciano Montepulciano piazza Grande, bell tower Building, Building - Facade Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: Tabernacolo dei Conciapelli (Tanners Guild) with the statue of St. Philip, by Nanni di Banco

Tabernacolo dei Conciapelli (Tanners Guild) with the statue of St. Philip, by Nanni di Banco, sculptural work that decorates the facade of the Church of Orsanmichele in Florence Florence Statue Early

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: Male portrait. Drawing by Antonio del Pollaiolo, in the Gabinetto dei Disegni e delle Stampe

Male portrait. Drawing by Antonio del Pollaiolo, in the Gabinetto dei Disegni e delle Stampe, at the Uffizi Gallery, Florence Florence Uffizi Gallery

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: Study of female nudes; drawing by Jacopo Bellini, in the British Museum in London

Study of female nudes; drawing by Jacopo Bellini, in the British Museum in London Great Britain London, British Museum Drawing Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: Study of nude female figures; drawing by Jacopo Bellini, in the British Museum in London

Study of nude female figures; drawing by Jacopo Bellini, in the British Museum in London Great Britain London, British Museum Drawing Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: Study for a male figure. Drawing attributed to Paolo Uccello preserved in the Galleries of

Study for a male figure. Drawing attributed to Paolo Uccello preserved in the Galleries of the Academy, Venice Venice Galleries of the Academy Drawing Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: Study of a detail of the flagellation of Christ; drawing by Jacopo Bellini

Study of a detail of the flagellation of Christ; drawing by Jacopo Bellini, in the British Museum in London Great Britain London, British Museum Drawing Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: Nude female figures; drawing by Jacopo Bellini, in the British Museum in London

Nude female figures; drawing by Jacopo Bellini, in the British Museum in London Great Britain London, British Museum Drawing Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: Detail of the face of St. John the Baptist, by Lorenzo Ghiberti

Detail of the face of St. John the Baptist, by Lorenzo Ghiberti, in the Tabernacle of the Calimala Guild, Church of Orsanmichele, Florence Florence Statue Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: Portrait of a Saint(S. Lorenzo?), drawing attributed to Beato Angelico

Portrait of a Saint(S. Lorenzo?), drawing attributed to Beato Angelico, Royal Library of Windsor Castle Great Britain London, Windsor Castle, Royal Library Drawing Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: St Savino; wooden bust by Francesco da Valdambrino preserved in the Museo dell'Opera Metropolitana

St Savino; wooden bust by Francesco da Valdambrino preserved in the Museo dell'Opera Metropolitana in Siena Siena Museo dell'Opera Metropolitana Bust Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: St Crescenzio; wooden bust by Francesco da Valdambrino preserved in the Museo dell'Opera

St Crescenzio; wooden bust by Francesco da Valdambrino preserved in the Museo dell'Opera Metropolitana in Siena Siena Museo dell'Opera Metropolitana Bust Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: Detail of St. John the Evangelist, profile of the head, by Donatello

Detail of St. John the Evangelist, profile of the head, by Donatello, in the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo di Santa Maria del Fiore

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: Saint John the Evangelist, marble, Donato di Niccol di Betto Bardi known as Donatello (1386-1466)

Saint John the Evangelist, marble, Donato di Niccol di Betto Bardi known as Donatello (1386-1466), Museum of The Opera del Duomo of Santa Maria del Fiore

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: The face of St. Simplicius, detail of the Four Crowned Saints, by Nanni di Banco

The face of St. Simplicius, detail of the Four Crowned Saints, by Nanni di Banco, in the Tabernacle of the Masons and Carpenters, Church of Orsanmichele

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: Face of St. Sempronianus, detail of the Four Crowned Saints, by Nanni di Banco

Face of St. Sempronianus, detail of the Four Crowned Saints, by Nanni di Banco, Tabernacle of the Masons and Carpenters, in the Church of Orsanmichele, Florence Florence Sculpture Early Renaissance

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: St. Philip, by Nanni di Banco, in the Tabernacle of the Tanners, at the Church of Orsanmichele

St. Philip, by Nanni di Banco, in the Tabernacle of the Tanners, at the Church of Orsanmichele, Florence Florence Statue Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: St. Luke the Evangelist, by Nanni di Banco, in the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo di Santa Maria del

St. Luke the Evangelist, by Nanni di Banco, in the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo di Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence Florence Museo dell'Opera di Santa Maria del Fiore Statue Early Renaissance

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: St. John the Baptist, by Lorenzo Ghiberti, in the Tabernacle of the Calimala Guild

St. John the Baptist, by Lorenzo Ghiberti, in the Tabernacle of the Calimala Guild, Church of Orsanmichele, Florence Florence Statue Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: Statue of the Madonna belonging to Guido Mazzoni's Piet, in the church of Sant'Anna dei Lombardi

Statue of the Madonna belonging to Guido Mazzoni's Piet, in the church of Sant'Anna dei Lombardi, Naples Naples Church of Sant'Anna dei Lombardi Statue Early Renaissance, Renaissance

Background imagePortraitearly Renaissance Collection: ACA-F-016846-0000

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Tapestry with the Crucifixtion in the Pinacoteca Comunale in Forl Forl Piancoteca Comunale Tapestry Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe



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The early Renaissance period was a time of great artistic exploration and innovation, as seen in these captivating portraits. In Antonio del Pollaiolo's male portrait, we are drawn to the intricate details that bring this figure to life. The artist's skillful use of shading and line work creates a sense of depth and realism. Moving on to Jacopo Bellini's study of female nudes, we witness his meticulous attention to the human form. These drawings displayed at the British Museum in London showcase Bellini's ability to capture the grace and beauty of the female body with remarkable precision. Paolo Uccello's attributed drawing for a male figure offers us a glimpse into his creative process. Preserved in the Galleries of the Academy in Venice, this study reveals Uccello's dedication to anatomical accuracy and composition. Jacopo Bellini once again mesmerizes us with his study of nude female figures. These drawings at the British Museum demonstrate his mastery over capturing delicate features while maintaining a sense of naturalness. Lorenzo Ghiberti’s detailed depiction of St. John the Baptist’s face is found within Florence’s Tabernacle of Calimala Guild at Orsanmichele Church. This exquisite portrayal showcases Ghiberti’s ability to convey emotion through subtle expressions, leaving viewers captivated by its beauty. Beato Angelico's attributed drawing presents us with an intriguing portrait believed to be Saint Lorenzo from Windsor Castle's Royal Library collection. The artist skillfully captures both spiritual essence and physical likeness, inviting contemplation upon this saintly figure. Francesco da Valdambrino’s wooden busts preserved in Siena’s Museo dell'Opera Metropolitana provide glimpses into religious icons such as St Savino and St Crescenzio. Through their lifelike representation, Valdambrino brings these saints closer to our world, evoking reverence for their divine presence. Donatello's profile of the head of St.