Tintoretto
{1518-1594}
[The Life]
Christ Washing the Feet of the Apostles
St George and the Dragon
Apollo and Marsyas
Miracle of the Slave
Gallerie dell'Accademia in Venice, Italy, but it was originally commissioned for the Scuola Grande di San Marco, a confraternity. This painting is significant because it
sparked outrage about the violently brutal style of the painting, and the controversial topic at hand (St Mark rescuing a slave). Tintoretto made a statement through the dramatic tone of his work, and he was known for his “radical abbreviations” in his brushwork. To me, this painting is the representation of almighty saviors having the ability to rescue anyone, no matter who you are. This piece is full of clamor and chaos over the conflict at hand. The soft blending of the colors balances out the mayhem and adds a calm demeanor to the piece. There is also lots of depth and perspective to the painting, which brings the scene to life. I find this piece interesting because it sparked emotion. It caused people to feel something, which is what the purpose of art is. It focuses on an important topic and illustrates so many feelings, all while still being detailed and very realistic. This work best represents perspectivism because of the depth and 3D effect of the piece. You can see a distinct foreground and background.
[Citations]
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Tintoretto, Jacopo. Apollo and Marsyas. c. 1545. Oil on canvas. Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL.
Tintoretto, Jacopo. Christ washing the Feet of the Disciples. about 1575-1580. Oil on canvas. The National Gallery, London.
Tintoretto, Jacopo. Saint Mark Freeing a Slave from Torture. 1547-48. Oil on canvas. Gallerie dell'Accademia di Venezia, Venice, Italy.
Tintoretto, Jacopo. Saint George and the Dragon. c. 1555. Oil on canvas. The National Gallery, London.