FAH230H1 Lecture : Week 8- The Genius of Leonardo.pdf
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Leonardo is the founder of the high renaissance. His work is considered foundational: use of technological innovation. Andrea del verrocchio and workshop, completed by. Leonardo, baptism of christ, 1468 1477, oil on wood, Biblical scene painted by verrocchio and helped by his pupils in which leonardo stood out. Verrocchio was known for sculptures (field of specialization) Could also produce other works of art in different media. This work is not simply the work verrocchio carried on himself but that leonardo did the beautiful angel. Technical analysis with the manifestation of a different hand than verrocchio"s hand. Verrocchio style = cutting, very harsh and very well defined. Leonardo = beginning of the sense of softness and colours. Keep in mind that leonardo was a young pupil and had the privilege to help his master with the work of art. 1474 1478, oil on panel (front) and reverse, latin inscription virtutem format decorat = beauty adorns virture.
