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Lorenzo Ghiberti (1378-1455). Gates of Paradise. Baptistery
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Lorenzo Ghiberti (1378-1455). Gates of Paradise. Baptistery
Lorenzo Ghiberti (1378-1455). Italian artist. Gates of Paradise. Baptistery. Detail door. Meeting of Solomon and Queen of Sheba. 1425-52. Florence. Italy
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1425 1452 Baptistery Biblical Bronze Christianism Doors Episode Firenze Florence Florentine Gates Gilded Lorenzo Meeting Panel Paradise Renaissance Sheba Solomon Testament 15th Ghiberti
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This stunning detail from Lorenzo Ghiberti's "Gates of Paradise," housed in the Florence Baptistery, showcases the artist's mastery of the early Renaissance style. Dated between 1425 and 1452, these bronze doors are considered a seminal work of the period, marking a departure from the prevailing Gothic aesthetic. The intricately detailed panels depict scenes from the Old Testament, with this particular panel illustrating the famous episode of the Meeting of King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba. Born in Florence in 1378, Ghiberti was a pivotal figure in the development of the Florentine School of sculpture. His innovative use of perspective, anatomical accuracy, and the application of gilding to the doors' relief work set a new standard for artistic expression. The panels were originally intended for the east doors of the Baptistery, but due to their size and complexity, they were later installed on the north doors. The Meeting of Solomon and the Queen of Sheba is a biblical narrative that recounts the visit of the Queen of Sheba to King Solomon in Jerusalem. The scene is depicted with great drama and realism, with Solomon seated on his throne, receiving the Queen and her retinue. The Queen is shown in regal attire, bearing gifts for the king. The panel is a testament to Ghiberti's ability to convey the human emotion and interaction, making it a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art and the development of the Renaissance.
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