This painting is part of the group: S. Niccolò Altarpiece, Padua
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This section of an altarpiece showing the dead Christ supported by two angels is probably a comparatively early work by Schiavone. It is thought to come from S. Niccolò, Padua.
The Italian word 'pietà' means both piety and pity. It refers to a depiction of the dead Christ who is usually mourned by his mother the Virgin Mary, and sometimes by angels and other saints.
The Italian word 'pietà' means both piety and pity. It refers to a depiction of the dead Christ who is usually mourned by his mother the Virgin Mary, and sometimes by angels and other saints.
Other paintings in this group: S. Niccolò Altarpiece, Padua
Giorgio Schiavone
probably about 1456-61
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