Marriage of the Virgin

Marriage of the Virgin by Fra Angelico
Artist
Fra Angelico
Date
1431 - 1432
Style
Early renaissance
Genre
Religious painting
Location
Basilica di San Marco
The Religious painting titled Marriage of the Virgin by early Renaissance artist Fra Angelico depicts the sacred moment of the Virgin Mary's marriage to Joseph. Created around 1432, this Panel showcases the artist's masterful use of Tempera on a carefully crafted surface, characteristic of the early Renaissance period. The composition highlights the spiritual significance of the event, with harmonious figures and divine symbolism. Located in the Uffizi Gallery of Florence, this work exemplifies the period's focus on religious themes and advances in artistic technique, reflecting the emerging humanism and devotion of the time.

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