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Agnolo Gaddi Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Agnolo Gaddi · 1350 – 1396

Discovery of the True Cross, Agnolo Gaddi

1380 · Santa Croce, Florence

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Art Movement: International Gothic
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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Madonna and Child with St John the Evangelist, St John the Baptist, St James of Compostela and St Nicholas of Bari (1390) by Agnolo Gaddi

1390 · National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne · original 97 x 53 cm

Admire Agnolo Gaddi’s ‘Madonna & Child’ (1390). A stunning Renaissance altarpiece featuring iconic saints & symbolic details. Explore this masterpiece of Florentine art!

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Art Movement: Early Renaissance
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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Agnolo Gaddi, Crucifixion (1390)

1390 · Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence · original 57 x 77 cm

Witness the poignant beauty of Agnolo Gaddi's 'Crucifixion' (1390). A masterpiece from Florence’s Uffizi, showcasing Gothic artistry and profound emotion in a stunning tempera painting.

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Art Movement: Gothic Revival
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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The Last Supper (1395) by Agnolo Gaddi

1395 · Lindenau-Museum, Altengau · original 61 x 42 cm

Discover Agnolo Gaddi’s ‘The Last Supper’ (1395). A stunning tempera panel depicting a pivotal biblical scene, showcasing Early Renaissance detail & solemn atmosphere. Explore this masterpiece at the Lindenau-Museum!

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Art Movement: Early Renaissance
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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The Triumph of the Cross (1380)

1380 · Santa Croce, Florence

Agnolo Gaddi's masterpiece, ‘The Triumph of the Cross,’ showcases Jesus crucified amidst Roman soldiers and noble figures against a castle backdrop. Inspired by Giotto di Bondone, this fresco embodies Florentine Gothic transitioning into Early Renaissance style.

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Art Movement: Early Renaissance
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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View of the Interior

Santa Croce, Florence

Admire Agnolo Gaddi's "View of the Interior," a stunning fresco depicting a Gothic cathedral’s serene beauty, showcasing intricate details and vibrant colors from 1385-87.

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Art Movement: Early Renaissance

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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Discovery of the True Cross (detail) – Agnolo Gaddi

1380 · Santa Croce, Florence

Discover "Discovery of the True Cross" by Agnolo Gaddi! This stunning fresco from 1380 depicts Saint Helena's momentous find, showcasing masterful detail & religious narrative in Florence.

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Art Movement: Early Renaissance
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Agnolo Gaddi, The Triumph of the Cross (detail) (1380)

1380 · Santa Croce, Florence

Experience the grandeur of Agnolo Gaddi's 'The Triumph of the Cross'! This fresco captures faith and triumph, showcasing intricate details & vibrant colors from 1380 Florence. A masterpiece of Renaissance art.

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Art Movement: Early Renaissance
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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Coronation of the Virgin (1380) by Agnolo Gaddi

1380 · National Gallery, London · original 182 x 94 cm

Witness the divine coronation of Mary! Agnolo Gaddi's 1380 fresco, 'The Coronation of the Virgin,' showcases exquisite detail and artistry from Renaissance Florence. A masterpiece to admire.

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Art Movement: Early Renaissance
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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Saint Sylvester and the Dragon, Agnolo Gaddi

1380 · Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia

This 14th-century Gothic tempera depicts Saint Sylvester and the dragon in rich gold. Discover this divine masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Gothic
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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The Triumph of the Cross (detail) – Agnolo Gaddi

1380 · Santa Croce, Florence

Witness the grandeur of 'The Triumph of the Cross' by Agnolo Gaddi! This iconic fresco captures a pivotal moment with vibrant detail and masterful storytelling – a must-see Renaissance masterpiece.

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Art Movement: Early Renaissance
Color Palette: Earthy

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The Coronation of the Virgin with Six Angels by Agnolo Gaddi, 1370

1370 · National Gallery of Art, Washington

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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Saint Julian killing his parents, Agnolo Gaddi

1394 · Alte Pinakothek, Munich · original 24.9 x 28.3cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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The Triumph of the Cross (detail), 1380, Agnolo Gaddi

1380 · Santa Croce, Florence

Witness the 'Triumph of the Cross' by Agnolo Gaddi – a stunning fresco showcasing medieval religious art with intricate details and masterful storytelling from Florence, Italy.

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Art Movement: Early Renaissance
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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St. Julian (1393)

1393 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich · original 200.0 x 68.0cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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Saint Andrew and Saint Benedict with the Archangel Gabriel [left panel]

National Gallery of Art, Washington · original 197.0 x 80.0cm

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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Storie di san giuliano, 1394, Agnolo Gaddi

1394 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich · original 24.6 x 28.5cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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Saints Julian, James, and Michael (1390) by Agnolo Gaddi

1390 · Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Agnolo Gaddi, Sts. Mary Magdalene, Benedict, Bernard of Clairveaux and Catherine of Alexandria (1380)

1380 · Indianapolis Museum of Art, Indianapolis

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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Madonna with the child, St. John the Baptist, St. Francis and St. Anthony and a martyr

1375 · Gemäldegalerie, Berlin

Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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Madonna and Child with Saints Andrew, Benedict, Bernard, and Catherine of Alexandria with Angels [entire triptych], Agnolo Gaddi

1387 · original 197 x 80 cm

A breathtaking gold-ground triptych by Agnolo Gaddi featuring the Madonna and Child surrounded by celestial angels and saints in a late Gothic Florentine style, perfect for adding divine elegance to your collection.

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Art Movement: International Gothic
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 21 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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Madonna and Child, Four Angels by Agnolo Gaddi

1400 · original 112.0 x 61.0cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 22 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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Same size as the original$47261 × 112 cm Commission at original size

The Last Supper (detail)

1395 · Lindenau-Museum, Altengau

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 23 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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The marriage of St. Catherine

Gemäldegalerie, Berlin

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 24 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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Saint Nicholas and the storm by Agnolo Gaddi, 1394

1394 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich · original 24.9 x 28.8cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 52 artworks by Agnolo Gaddi
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The artist

Agnolo Gaddi

1350 – 1396

Quick facts

Emotional tonespiritual
Copyright statusPublic domain
Also known asAgnolo di Taddeo Gaddi, Angelo di Taddeo Gaddi, Agnolo de Taddeo Gaddi, Angelo Gaddi, Gaddi
Art periodLate Medieval
Mediumsacrylic on canvas, tempera on panel
Vibecalm
Works on APS52
Topics exploredreligious, fresco, virgin mary, gaddi, florence

Biography

A Florentine Legacy: The Life and Art of Agnolo Gaddi

Agnolo Gaddi, born in Florence around 1350, occupies a fascinating, pivotal position in the history of Italian painting. He wasn’t merely an artist; he was the inheritor of a powerful lineage, the son of Taddeo Gaddi, himself a devoted and gifted pupil of the revolutionary Giotto di Bondone. This familial connection immediately placed Agnolo within the epicenter of artistic innovation that Florence had become in the 14th century. While often described as the last great Florentine painter directly descended from Giotto’s style, to label him simply as an imitator would be a profound disservice. Gaddi wasn't just continuing a tradition; he was subtly transforming it, bridging the gap between the late Gothic sensibilities and the burgeoning promise of the Early Renaissance. His life, though relatively undocumented compared to some of his contemporaries, reveals a man deeply embedded in the artistic and commercial fabric of Florence, a city brimming with creative energy and economic prosperity. He wasn’t solely dedicated to painting; records suggest he engaged in mercantile pursuits as well, particularly later in life, demonstrating a pragmatic side often unseen in the biographies of celebrated artists.

From Giotto's Shadow: Artistic Development and Influences

The influence of Giotto is undeniable in Gaddi’s early work. The monumental figures, the emotional resonance, and the narrative clarity that characterized Giotto’s frescoes are all present in Agnolo’s initial paintings. However, Gaddi quickly developed a style distinctly his own. Where Giotto often favored robust simplicity, Gaddi embraced a more refined elegance, incorporating intricate details and a heightened sense of decorative flourish. The Gothic influence is particularly noticeable in his work – a love for dramatic lighting effects, richly textured fabrics, and an overall emphasis on ornate beauty. This isn’t to say he abandoned the naturalism pioneered by Giotto; rather, he layered it with a sophisticated aesthetic sensibility that reflected the evolving tastes of Florentine society. He wasn't afraid to experiment with color, employing vibrant hues and delicate gradations to create visually arresting compositions. The Last Supper, painted in 1395, exemplifies this blend of Giottesque solidity with Gothic refinement – a scene imbued with both solemnity and exquisite detail. His training under his father also instilled in him a mastery of fresco technique, which would become central to many of his most significant commissions.

Masterpieces in Stone and Paint: Key Works and Commissions

Agnolo Gaddi’s artistic reputation rests largely on his extensive frescoes within the Basilica di Santa Croce in Florence. These monumental works, depicting scenes from *The Legend of the True Cross*, are a testament to his skill as a narrative painter and his ability to manage complex compositions. The cycle unfolds across eight frescoes in the Cappella Baroncelli and the choir, telling the story from the discovery of the tree’s seed to its eventual use in Christ's crucifixion. These aren’t merely illustrations; they are vibrant dramas populated with expressive figures and set within meticulously rendered architectural landscapes. Beyond Santa Croce, Gaddi received commissions for altarpieces and devotional panels that showcase his versatility as an artist. The Coronation of the Virgin, now housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., is a prime example – a luminous depiction of celestial glory filled with delicate details and graceful figures. His *Madonna and Child* paintings, often adorned with saints and angels, reveal his sensitivity to portraying maternal tenderness and divine grace. He also designed trefoils for the Loggia dei Lanzi, demonstrating his skill extended beyond painting into decorative arts.

A Teacher and a Legacy: Gaddi’s Impact on Italian Art

Agnolo Gaddi wasn't just a painter; he was an educator. Among his pupils was Cennino Cennini, who would go on to become a highly influential art theorist and author of *Il Libro dell'Arte* – a treatise that served as a foundational text for generations of artists. This mentorship underscores Gaddi’s commitment to passing on his knowledge and techniques, ensuring the continuation of artistic traditions in Florence. While he didn’t initiate a new school of painting in the same way Giotto had, his influence was pervasive. He helped to refine and transmit the Giottesque style, preparing the ground for the innovations of the Early Renaissance. Giorgio Vasari, in his seminal *Lives of the Most Excellent Painters, Sculptors, and Architects*, recognized Gaddi’s importance, solidifying his place within the canon of Italian art history. Though sometimes overshadowed by his father and grandfather, Agnolo Gaddi stands as a crucial figure – a master craftsman who skillfully navigated the transition between artistic epochs, leaving behind a legacy of beauty, devotion, and enduring influence.

Further Exploration

Museums & Collections: Explore works by Agnolo Gaddi at the Lindenau-Museum (Germany), the National Gallery of Art (Washington D.C.), and the Galleria degli Uffizi (Florence).
Online Resources: Delve deeper into his life and art through resources like Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agnolo_Gaddi) and the National Gallery of Art website (https://www.nga.gov/artists/1327-agnolo-gaddi).
Contextual Study: To fully appreciate Gaddi’s work, research the art of Giotto and Taddeo Gaddi, as well as the broader context of 14th-century Florentine painting.

Questions & Answers

Can I explore Agnolo Gaddi's works by subject?

The Subject Atlas page maps Agnolo Gaddi's artworks by subject.

What are the birthplace and birth year of Agnolo Gaddi?

Agnolo Gaddi was born in Florence in 1350.

Where are Agnolo Gaddi's artworks grouped by art movement?

The All Movements page groups Agnolo Gaddi's artworks by art movement.

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 2, 2026

Collector's quiz

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