Funeral Monument to John XXIII (detail) I

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The Funeral Monument to John XXIII, also known as the Tomb of Antipope John XXIII, is a notable sculptural work by the Italian Renaissance master Donatello. Created between 1425 and 1427, it is located in the Baptistry of Florence, Italy. This monument marks a significant development in Renaissance art and funerary sculpture, as it showcases Donatello's innovative approach to form, composition, and the use of space.

Commissioned by the executors of the will of Baldassare Cossa, the man who became Antipope John XXIII, the monument is a remarkable example of the collaboration between Donatello and his contemporary Michelozzo, who is believed to have contributed to the architectural elements of the design. The monument is divided into three levels: the lower level features a sarcophagus with a recumbent effigy of John XXIII, the middle level contains a wall tomb with an arch, and the upper level is adorned with the Madonna with Child, flanked by two angels.

Donatello's work on the monument is particularly evident in the lifelike effigy of John XXIII, which is considered one of the earliest examples of a realistic portrayal of a deceased individual in Western art. The effigy's detailed carving and the use of perspective in the relief panels were groundbreaking for the time and exemplify the transition from Gothic to Renaissance art.

The Funeral Monument to John XXIII is not only a testament to Donatello's mastery of sculpture but also an important historical artifact, reflecting the complex ecclesiastical politics of the time. John XXIII was deposed during the Council of Constance and his papacy declared illegitimate, yet his tomb reflects the grandeur and respect typically reserved for legitimate pontiffs, indicating the continued support and recognition he received from certain factions within Florence.

This monument remains a significant attraction for visitors to the Baptistry and continues to be studied for its artistic and historical significance, representing a key moment in the evolution of Renaissance art and the portrayal of figures in funerary monuments.

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