Giotto di Bondone
240.00x130.00 cm
The Last Judgment
Artist
Giotto di BondoneDescription
A monumental fresco depicting the second coming of Christ as the judge of humanity, showcasing various figures of the damned and the blessed, crafted with vivid emotional intensity.
Historical Context
Created during the transition between the medieval and the Renaissance periods, reflecting the changing attitudes towards life, death, and salvation.
Artistic Movement
Proto-Renaissance
Year
1306
Dimensions
320.00 × 600.00 cm
Materials
Fresco
Technique
Fresco painting
Conservation Status
good
Location
Scrovegni Chapel
Provenance
Originally located in the Scrovegni Chapel in Padua, Italy.
Exhibition History
Featured in numerous exhibitions on medieval and Renaissance art across major art institutions.
Inscriptions & Signatures
Inscription near the bottom reads 'Giotto,' marking his authorship.
Frame Information
Not applicable as the fresco is directly applied to the chapel wall.
Condition Reports
Regular conservation efforts have maintained the fresco's vibrancy and detail, with restoration work completed in 1972.
References & Bibliography
Detailed in art historical texts such as 'Giotto: The Complete Works' by C. D. O'Neill.