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Angel playing a violin, c. 1480. Melozzo da Forli (1438-1494
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Angel playing a violin, c. 1480. Melozzo da Forli (1438-1494
Melozzo da Forli (1438-1494). Italian painter. Fresco depicting an Angel playing a violin, c. 1480. From the Church of the Twelve Holy Apostles. Pinacoteca Vaticana. Vatican City
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1480 Angel Apostles Basilica Degli Effect Fresco Instrument Musician Pinacoteca Renaissance Santi Twelve Vatican Violin 15th Foreshortening Forli Melozzo Michelozzo Musical Vaticana
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This stunning 15th century fresco, created by the Italian painter Melozzo da Forlì around 1480, captures the ethereal beauty of an angel as he plays the violin. The painting is a masterpiece from the Church of the Twelve Holy Apostles in Rome, now housed in the Pinacoteca Vaticana. The detail and effect of the work showcase Melozzo's exceptional skill in using foreshortening to create a sense of depth and realism. The angel, with his serene expression and flowing robes, holds the violin in a graceful position, his fingers poised above the strings. The instrument, with its intricately carved body and bow, is depicted with exquisite detail, reflecting the artist's understanding of the musical instrument and its intricacies. Melozzo da Forlì was a prominent figure in the Italian Renaissance art scene, and this work is a testament to the artistic innovations of the time. The painting's influence can be seen in the works of other artists, such as Michelozzo and Ambrogio de' Ambrogi, who were part of the same artistic circle. The Middle Ages had seen the use of music in religious art, but the Renaissance brought a new focus on the human form and the natural world. This fresco represents the intersection of these two artistic traditions, with the angel playing a musical instrument, a common motif in religious art, rendered in a way that showcases the artist's mastery of perspective and realism. The angel's musical performance is a reminder of the transcendent power of art and music, and the painting continues to captivate viewers with its beauty and intricacy. This work is a testament to the enduring legacy of Melozzo da Forlì and the artistic innovations of the Italian Renaissance.
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