St Barbara Crushing her Infidel Father, with a Kneeling Donor c. 1473
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About Reproduction
Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "St Barbara Crushing her Infidel Father, with a Kneeling Donor c. 1473", originally brought to life by the talented Domenico Ghirlandaio. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to Domenico Ghirlandaio and his artistic vision.
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Painting Description
"St. Barbara Crushing her Infidel Father, with a Kneeling Donor" (c. 1473) is a notable painting by the Italian Renaissance artist Domenico Ghirlandaio. This work is significant for its depiction of the Christian martyr St. Barbara, who is shown in the act of divine retribution against her pagan father, Dioscorus, who persecuted her for her faith. The painting also includes the figure of a kneeling donor, a common feature in religious art of the period, which suggests the work was commissioned for private devotion or as part of a larger altarpiece.
Domenico Ghirlandaio, born Domenico di Tommaso Curradi di Doffo Bigordi (1449–1494), was a prominent Florentine painter of the early Renaissance known for his detailed narrative frescoes and altarpieces. Ghirlandaio's works often featured contemporary settings and portraits of patrons, which made him popular among the wealthy citizens of Florence. His style is characterized by its clarity, ordered compositions, and the incorporation of classical elements, reflecting the humanist interests of the time.
The painting "St. Barbara Crushing her Infidel Father, with a Kneeling Donor" is executed in tempera on panel, a medium typical of the period before the widespread adoption of oil painting in Italy. The image captures the moment of St. Barbara's miraculous intervention, as she is often depicted in Christian iconography with a tower, her attribute, which signifies her imprisonment by her father. The inclusion of the donor figure, whose identity remains a subject of scholarly research, provides insight into the devotional practices and social dynamics of the Renaissance.
As of the knowledge cutoff date, the painting's current location, provenance, and scholarly interpretations of its iconography and historical context are not specified. Further research would be necessary to provide a more complete understanding of this work's significance within Ghirlandaio's oeuvre and its place in the broader narrative of Renaissance art.
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Lead Time & Shipping
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Return & Refund
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