Pesaro Altarpiece

The Pesaro Altarpiece by Giovanni Bellini is a significant religious painting created between 1471 and 1474, exemplifying his early Early renaissance mastery. This oil-on-wood panel demonstrates innovative techniques, notably the first Italian use of smalt blue, a by-product of the glass industry, alongside traditional lapis lazuli and azurite. The artwork's composition and technique reflect Bellini’s mature style, blending vibrant colors and meticulous detail typical of his innovative approach during this period.