Gold Ground Paintings

Gold Ground Paintings

Giovanni di Paolo (Italian, 1403–1482), Branchini Madonna, 1427, Tempera and gold leaf on panel, The Norton Simon Foundation 

DATE:
TIME:
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
SPEAKER:
Educator

Take a closer look at the richly embellished gold ground religious paintings of 15th-century Italy, and explore the shift from a decorative, mystical approach to the greater naturalism of the Renaissance.

EVENT DETAILS

Fee:
The program is free with admission and limited to 20 participants.
Details:
Please sign up at the Information Desk no later than 15 minutes prior to each session.
Location:
Meets in Entrance Gallery