Death of the Virgin

Death of the Virgin by Filippo Lippi
Artist
Filippo Lippi
Date
1467 - 1469
Style
Early renaissance
Genre
Religious painting
"Death of the Virgin" is a profound religious painting attributed to the Italian Early renaissance master Filippo Lippi. This work captures the somber moment following the Virgin Mary's passing, depicting her surrounded by apostles and saints in a spiritual setting. The painting exemplifies the meticulous detail and use of luminous colors characteristic of Lippi’s style. Although primarily an oil painting, it reflects the religious themes and human emotion central to Renaissance art, echoing the significance of Fresco techniques and the era's focus on religious narratives and individual devotion.

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