According to my art history text, the history of the Early Renaissance in art begins with a competition for a design of the north doors of the Baptistry in Florence. Each artist had to submit one entry depicting the sacrifice of Isaac. The submissions for the two finalists--Brunelleschi and Ghiberti--survive and we were able to see them in a Florence museum. (See previous posting.) Both are extraordinary but in different ways. Which do you prefer and, more important, why? Click on the images to observe in greater detail.Monday, March 5, 2007
Ghiberti's entry
According to my art history text, the history of the Early Renaissance in art begins with a competition for a design of the north doors of the Baptistry in Florence. Each artist had to submit one entry depicting the sacrifice of Isaac. The submissions for the two finalists--Brunelleschi and Ghiberti--survive and we were able to see them in a Florence museum. (See previous posting.) Both are extraordinary but in different ways. Which do you prefer and, more important, why? Click on the images to observe in greater detail.
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Though I do like the way the Brunelleschi pops out of the sides of the frame, I prefer the Ghiberti. The drapery is more detailed and realistic as is the background, which has texture to show the mountain they're on. But best is the high position of the substitution ram- giving him importance in the frame and a sense of where he came from (above/the angel/God).
and didn't Ghiberti win? :)
How fun, Skeel family! What a great opportunity for you all.
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