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Master of the Griselda Legend (active 1490 – 1500)

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Master of the Griselda Legend Alexander the Great Siena, about 1494 Oil and tempera on wood 105.4 x 50.8 cm During the Renaissance, the historic figure of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) represented masculine power and expression. His dynamic pose in this painting magnified his importance as the all-conquering King of Macedonia, but also conveyed … Read more

Matteo di Giovanni (1430 – 1495)

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Matteo di Giovanni The Madonna and Child with Saint John the Baptist and the Archangel Michael Siena, about 1490 Tempera on wood 57.9 x 40.4 cm Christ rests his foot in the Virgin Mary’s cloak in a gesture of intimacy and comfort. The coral beads around Christ neck and wrist symbolise his blood. Behind Christ … Read more