Giotto di Bondone
240.00x130.00 cm
The Resurrection of Christ
Artist
Giotto di BondoneDescription
A significant artwork depicting the moment of Christ's resurrection, showcasing dramatic use of color and expressive figures.
Historical Context
Created during the early Renaissance, this work reflects the religious themes prevalent in art of the time, emphasizing the triumph of life over death.
Artistic Movement
Proto-Renaissance
Year
1304
Dimensions
200.00 × 150.00 cm
Materials
Tempera on wood
Technique
Tempera painting
Conservation Status
good
Location
Scrovegni Chapel
Provenance
Originally commissioned for a church in Florence; details of ownership lost over centuries.
Exhibition History
Displayed in major Renaissance exhibitions across Europe.
Inscriptions & Signatures
Signed by Giotto di Bondone in the lower right corner.
Frame Information
Framed in a traditional gold-leaf style, suitable for the period.
Condition Reports
Regular maintenance and cleaning have been conducted since its last restoration in 1995.
References & Bibliography
Documented in 'Giotto: The Artist and the Man' by Michael W. Cole (2008).