Trinity (detail)
Masaccio (1401 – 1429)
Masaccio (1401-1428) revolusjonerte italiensk kunst med realisme, perspektiv og lyssetting. Utforsk hans fresker som «Den Hellige Treenighet» og Brancacci Kapellen.
Santa Maria Novella (Florence, Italia)
Opplev Santa Maria Novella i Firenze! En fantastisk basilika med imponerende renessansekunst og en unik historie. Utforsk mesterverk av Giotto, Masaccio og Ghirlandaio.
A Glimpse into Devotion
The image presents a detail from a fresco painting created in 1425 by Masaccio. Within this specific view, a figure is depicted that appears to be Mary Magdalene, identified by the traditional iconography of her long hair and a head covering. She possesses a contemplative expression, directing her gaze slightly downwards toward an object held in her right hand, which may be interpreted as a symbol of faith or devotion.
The fresco shows visible signs of age and wear, with areas where the pigment has faded or flaked away to reveal the underlying layers of plaster. This texture provides a sense of history and authenticity to the work. The use of light and shadow is evident across the figure's face and the folds of her clothing, contributing to a sense of depth. Architectural elements in the background suggest the setting is within a religious building.
Om dette kunstverket
- Tittel: Trinity (detail)
- Kunstner: Masaccio
- År: 1425
- Format: Portrait
- Opphavsrettslig status: Fritatt for opphavsrett (Public domain)
- Hvor det kan sees: Santa Maria Novella
- Bevegelse: Early Italian Renaissance
- Periode: Renaissance
- Fargepalett: Earthy
- Dominerende farge: Quinacridone Magenta
Kort om verket
- Artistic style: Naturalism
- Location: Santa Maria Novella, Florence
- Subject or theme: Religious iconography; Holy Trinity
- Artist: Masaccio
- Year: 1425