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The Adoration of the Magi (Predella of the Tabernacle of the Linaioli), ca. 1433. Creator: Angelico, Fra Giovanni, da Fiesole (ca. 1400-1455)
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The Adoration of the Magi (Predella of the Tabernacle of the Linaioli), ca. 1433. Creator: Angelico, Fra Giovanni, da Fiesole (ca. 1400-1455)
The Adoration of the Magi (Predella of the Tabernacle of the Linaioli), ca. 1433. Found in the collection of the San Marco, Florence
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The Adoration of the Magi
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is a captivating masterpiece painted by Fra Angelico, also known as Fra Giovanni da Fiesole, around 1433. This exquisite work of art is a predella, or a lower panel, of the Tabernacle of the Linaioli, now housed in the San Marco Museum in Florence, Italy. The painting portrays the biblical scene of the Adoration of the Christ Child by the Magi, as described in the Gospel of Matthew. The Magi, represented as Balthasar, Melchior, and Caspar, pay homage to the newborn King of Israel, bringing precious gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. The Holy Family, including the Virgin Mary and Joseph, looks on in awe and reverence. Angelico's masterful use of tempera on panel creates a radiant and ethereal atmosphere. The figures are depicted with delicate, almost otherworldly features, emphasizing their divine nature. The setting is simple yet elegant, with the Madonna and Child seated on a raised platform, surrounded by the adoring Magi, shepherds, and angels. This painting is a testament to the Florentine School's influence during the Renaissance period. Fra Angelico's attention to detail, use of light and color, and devotion to the sacred subject matter make "The Adoration of the Magi" a timeless work of art. The painting invites the viewer to contemplate the holy night, the arrival of the Magi, and the profound significance of the Nativity of Christ.
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