https://padlet.com/mimsmrodriguez/ax135a79fw8pvnu4 Curated by Mirella Rodriguez en-us 2020-04-17 02:31:28 UTC 2020-04-23 17:02:59 UTC hello@padlet.com mimsmrodriguez https://padlet.com/mimsmrodriguez/ax135a79fw8pvnu4/wish/512033887 Medium: Oil on canvas
Culture of Origin: Spain
Unlike the other two paintings, El Greco painted his in a Mannerist style with bold colors that immediately catches the eye. The painting was commissioned by King Philip II of Spain who immediately showed a disfavor. Although the exact reasons were never documented, many speculate it is because of the jarring use of color that distracts from the Martyrdom. The Martyrdom scene is unemphasized and hidden in the left background, behind the prominent aquas and vivid colors of the artwork. Likely because of this depiction, King Philip II commissioned a different artist, Cincinato, to paint what he had originally visualized. Although El Greco’s use of color may have cost him the opportunity to have his painting displayed by the King, it is a reason for his recognition today.]]> 2020-04-17 03:41:05 UTC https://padlet.com/mimsmrodriguez/ax135a79fw8pvnu4/wish/512033887 mimsmrodriguez https://padlet.com/mimsmrodriguez/ax135a79fw8pvnu4/wish/512035895 Medium: Oil on canvas
Culture of Origin: Italy
Unlike da Vinci's and El Greco's artwork, Veronese's work was not detested by the patron, however was loathed by a much larger group; the Inquisition. Veronese composed this artwork during the Counter-Reformation when the catholic church was concerned about pushing their authority and traditional ideals. The Inquisition called forth a tribunal in order to discuss Veronese's intentions with what was originally titled “The Last Supper.” One aspect the Inquisition was concerned with was the incorporation of the people of color deemed as distractions from the conventional depiction of the scene. This incorporation of color of the people caused a new interpretation, one which placed this orthodox event in Venice in the 16th century. In order to appease the Inquisition the painting was renamed but its truth still remains.]]> 2020-04-17 03:43:36 UTC https://padlet.com/mimsmrodriguez/ax135a79fw8pvnu4/wish/512035895 mimsmrodriguez https://padlet.com/mimsmrodriguez/ax135a79fw8pvnu4/wish/512036831 Medium: Oil on panel
Culture of Origin: Italy
Leonardo da Vinci sets this biblical art in a mystical environment, one with rocks, mountains, and plants. When commissioned to paint a Madonna and Child piece, the patron was unhappy with what da Vinci had envisioned. In many ways da Vinci’s painting goes against the customary image of the Madonna as she is usually pictured as a heavenly figure on a throne. One reason for this rejection was the gloomy setting surrounded by dark features. The scenery is very grotto-esque as the rocks and mountains provide a sense of mystery and obscurity. His use of monochrome, dark color to highlight his figures in a rocky landscape also adds to the naturalism of motherhood. Because of this, da Vinci was tasked to paint another which would meet the patron’s satisfaction.]]> 2020-04-17 03:44:38 UTC https://padlet.com/mimsmrodriguez/ax135a79fw8pvnu4/wish/512036831 mimsmrodriguez https://padlet.com/mimsmrodriguez/ax135a79fw8pvnu4/wish/512037964 This exhibition of European paintings from the late 15th century and 16th century focuses on colors that lead to some disfavor based on the new imagery being explored in religious artworks. Through these paintings we see how the artist’s played with the space given by adding color to the scenery or to the people in the artworks, leading to a new interpretation. The interpretation of the artist's portrayal of religious events expressed distaste in either patrons or larger groups, being the Inquisition. Overall the colors give new context to significant religious scenes which many traditional enthusiasts were unsatisfied with.]]> 2020-04-17 03:45:44 UTC https://padlet.com/mimsmrodriguez/ax135a79fw8pvnu4/wish/512037964