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Angel making music (From the Tabernacle of the Linaioli), ca. 1433. Creator: Angelico, Fra Giovanni, da Fiesole (ca. 1400-1455)
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Angel making music (From the Tabernacle of the Linaioli), ca. 1433. Creator: Angelico, Fra Giovanni, da Fiesole (ca. 1400-1455)
Angel making music (From the Tabernacle of the Linaioli), ca. 1433. Found in the collection of the San Marco, Florence
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1400 1455 Angelico Da Fiesole Ca Florence Florentine School Fra Giovanni Music Dancebible Music Instruments Play Music San Marco Tempera On Panel
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a captivating masterpiece by the renowned Florentine artist Fra Angelico, also known as Fra Giovanni da Fiesole, dates back to approximately 1433. This exquisite tempera on panel painting is currently housed in the prestigious San Marco Museum in Florence, Italy. The painting depicts an angel in a serene and ethereal setting, engaged in the act of creating music. The celestial being holds a lute in his left hand, his fingers delicately plucking the strings, while his right hand cradles a scroll, presumably containing the music he plays. The angel's expression is one of deep concentration, as if lost in the harmonious melody that emanates from his instrument. The background of the painting is adorned with intricate geometric patterns and delicate floral motifs, which add to the overall sense of beauty and otherworldliness. The use of soft, muted colors and fine details is characteristic of the Florentine School of the Renaissance period. This painting is believed to be part of the Tabernacle of the Linaioli, a series of paintings that were originally intended for a religious shrine. The Tabernacle was designed to house relics and was meant to be a place of contemplation and devotion. The inclusion of the angel playing music adds an element of joy and celebration to the sacred space. Fra Angelico's "Angel Making Music" is a testament to the artist's mastery of technique and his ability to capture the divine in a human form. The painting continues to inspire awe and wonder, inviting viewers to contemplate the beauty and harmony of the universe and the divine music that underlies all of creation.
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