Who created "The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes"?

The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes was created by Jacopo Tintoretto (Jacopo Robusti) in ca. 1545–50.

When was "The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes" created?

This artwork was created ca. 1545–50.

What medium is "The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes"?

The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes is Oil on canvas.

Is "The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes" in the public domain?

Yes, The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes

Jacopo Tintoretto (Jacopo Robusti)

ca. 1545–50

Medium

Oil on canvas

Dimensions

61 x 160 1/2 in. (154.9 x 407.7 cm)

Classification

Paintings

Department

European Paintings

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Francis L. Leland Fund, 1913

Accession Number

13.75

Tags

BreadMenWomenDogsFishLandscapesChrist

Art Historical Context

Step into the vibrant world ofopo Tintoretto'sThe Miracle of the Lo and Fishes* (ca. 1545–50), a monumental oil on canvas that captures one of Christ's most famous biblical miracles. From the New Testament, the scene depicts Jesus multiplying a few loaves and fishes to feed a vast crowd, surrounded by men, women,, and a sweeping landscape. At 61 x 160½ inches, this panoramic painting immerses viewers in the event's abundance and divine wonder. Created early in Tintoretto's in Venice, the work embodies the dramatic flair of Mannerism, a style he helped define alongside Titian and Veronese. Tin...

The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes

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