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Bust of a boy or of the young St. John the Baptist, by Antonio Rossellino, formerly in the Oratorio dei Vanchetoni, Florence. Now located at the National Gallery of Art, in Washington
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Bust of a boy or of the young St. John the Baptist, by Antonio Rossellino, formerly in the Oratorio dei Vanchetoni, Florence. Now located at the National Gallery of Art, in Washington
Bust of a boy or of the young St. John the Baptist, by Antonio Rossellino, formerly in the Oratorio dei Vanchetoni, Florence. Now located at the National Gallery of Art, in Washington Florence Oratorio dei Vanchetoni Bust Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:1470 ca... Artist:Rossellino, Antonio
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-002423-0000
Media ID 33108337
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Child John The Baptist Of A Child Christian Religion Parts Of The Body
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This photograph captures the exquisite beauty of Antonio Rossellino's "Bust of a boy or of the young St. John the Baptist". Originally housed in the Oratorio dei Vanchetoni in Florence, this remarkable piece now finds its home at the prestigious National Gallery of Art in Washington. The bust portrays a child, delicately carved with meticulous attention to detail. The innocence and purity emanating from his face is truly mesmerizing. With every contour and line, Rossellino masterfully brings forth an ethereal quality that transcends time. Nude and flawlessly sculpted, this representation of St. John the Baptist showcases both reverence for Christian religion and admiration for human anatomy. The artist skillfully captures every nuance of the male form, highlighting each muscle and sinew with precision. Dating back to around 1470 during the Early Renaissance period, this artwork exemplifies a harmonious blend of Renaissance-Baroque styles. It stands as a testament to Europe's artistic prowess during this era. Alinari Fratelli's photographic reproduction allows us to appreciate this masterpiece even if we cannot witness it firsthand in Florence or Washington. Taken around 1890, their expertise shines through as they capture every intricate detail with clarity. As we gaze upon this portrait today, we are transported back through centuries of history—a reminder that art has no boundaries when it comes to capturing human emotion and spirituality. This image serves as a timeless tribute not only to Antonio Rossellino's talent but also to our enduring fascination with art from different periods throughout Europe's rich cultural heritage.
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