Here's an illuminated missal page from early in his career depicting the glorification of St. Benedict (note that Fra Angelico was a brother of the Benedictine order):
Posted on 04/08/2005 7:50:39 AM PDT by Liz
Alerting Sam Cree with names for the art appreciation ping list.
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Here's an illuminated missal page from early in his career depicting the glorification of St. Benedict (note that Fra Angelico was a brother of the Benedictine order):
Meant to ping you to my # 103.
I actually prefer Berninis David to Michelangelos. But Michelanglos Pieta in St. Peters is maybe the most beautiful (object anyway) thing Ive ever seen.
...But I'm sure you considered that thoroughly before making the rash decision to post that for everyone to read....lol...
Is that a fancy way of saying that Mikes David looks chilled out and Bernis looks mad? If so then I agree.
Ok, you guys are on the art ping list. Thanks.
Many thanks for posting samples of Fra Angelico's works (above). Beatification by John Paul 11 makes viewing his work extra-special.
One can only marvel at the concept, technique, and execution of these miniature works of art.
To truly appreciate them, you have to try executing one...from stretching and sanding the vellum, grinding the pigments, (I generally cheat and use brushes made by someone else...), laying the gold and painting (then starting the calligraphy, although, the miniature painting and scriptwork were frequently left to two different artists). No wonder Fra Angelico gave it up for fresco!!
Also think of the discomfort of Michaelangelo painting the Sistine Chapel on his back, on scaffolding........aside from the artist exerting his genius, that is.
Also think of the discomfort of Michaelangelo painting the Sistine Chapel on his back, on scaffolding........aside from the artist exerting his genius, that is.
That Fra Angelica is excellent. I could have used him in my sign business!
His *spirit* is still available to dispense a little assistance from time to time!!
Thank you Sam Cree.
That's what I call a sophisticate beverage. Excellent.
Great. I have the dogs playing poker too! That is truly a master piece!
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