Who created "The Blessed Ambrogio Sansedoni (1220–1286)"?

The Blessed Ambrogio Sansedoni (1220–1286) was created by Giovanni di Paolo (Giovanni di Paolo di Grazia) in 1447–65.

When was "The Blessed Ambrogio Sansedoni (1220–1286)" created?

This artwork was created 1447–65.

What medium is "The Blessed Ambrogio Sansedoni (1220–1286)"?

The Blessed Ambrogio Sansedoni (1220–1286) is Tempera on wood, gold ground.

Is "The Blessed Ambrogio Sansedoni (1220–1286)" in the public domain?

Yes, The Blessed Ambrogio Sansedoni (1220–1286) is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

The Blessed Ambrogio Sansedoni (1220–1286)

Giovanni di Paolo (Giovanni di Paolo di Grazia)

1447–65

Medium

Tempera on wood, gold ground

Dimensions

Overall, with engaged frame: 20 5/8 in. × 7 in. (52.4 × 17.8 cm) Painted surface: 19 1/4 × 4 7/8 in. (48.9 × 12.4 cm)

Classification

Paintings

Department

Robert Lehman Collection

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Robert Lehman Collection, 1975

Accession Number

1975.1.56

Tags

Men

Art Historical Context

In the Robert Lehman Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art,The Blessed Ambrogio Sansed (1220–1286)* is a luminous tempera panel on wood with gold ground, created by Sienese master Giovanni di Paolo between 7 and 1465. This narrow, vertical painting (20⅝ × 7 inches overall) portrays the revered Dominican friar and preacher from Siena, a 13th-century figure beatified for his piety, eloquent sermons, and role in reconciling the city's warring factions. Ambrogio's life embodied Siena's deep Catholic devotion, making him a beloved local holy man whose image inspired civic pride and spiritual...

The Blessed Ambrogio Sansedoni (1220–1286)

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