The Baptism of Constantine
| The Baptism of Constantine | |
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| Artist | Gianfrancesco Penni |
| Year | 1517-1524 |
| Type | Fresco |
| Location | Apostolic Palace, Vatican City |
The Baptism of Constantine is a painting by assistants of the Italian Renaissance artist Raphael. It was most likely painted by Gianfrancesco Penni, between 1517 and 1524.
After the master's death in 1520, Penni worked together with other members of Raphael's workshop to finish the commission to decorate with
Hadrian VI
.
While attempting the control and serenity typical of the High Renaissance, the crowded scene demonstrates the Mannerist tendency towards complexity and discordance.
References
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- Baptism of Constantine at mv.vatican.va
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