
Molded dish with Joseph's robe being presented to his father
Urbino 16th Century · Italian
c. 1575/1600
- Medium
- tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)
- Classification
- Decorative Art
- Period
- 1551 to 1600
- Image size
- 11365 × 11025px
Description
This is a painting on ornamental pottery. The artwork is on a decorative ceramic plate depicting a scene within an arched architectural setting. The detailed artwork includes elements of Renaissance-era attire and architectural forms. The background features a brick archway, buildings, and a blue sky with clouds. In the foreground, a group of figures is gathered in a dynamic arrangement. The figures are dressed in colorful period costumes, with one figure seated on an ornate chair. Rich drapery in blue and white stripes hangs on the right side. This style is reminiscent of Renaissance majolica ware, known for its vivid colors and narrative scenes.
Rights & Source
Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).