~1280-1290 BCE
Cimabue
Florence
Tempura and Gold leaf on wood
Florentine School
"Madonna Enthroned with Angels and Prophets"
Gold background reveals Byzantine style. The 3 dimensional drapery and deep space for Madonna's throne along with the overlapping angels create a sense of depth. This deep space is common in Byzantine art. This painting contains naturalism.
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