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This catalogue introduces the little-known Renaissance artist
Pesellino, exploring his exquisite miniatures, his narrative
cassone panels, and grand altarpieces  During his brief but
varied career, Francesco Pesellino (c. 1422–1457) rose to notable
heights, receiving prestigious commissions from the pope and
becoming a favourite of Florence’s ruling Medici family. His
death at the age of only 35 cut short a rising star of the early
Renaissance. Praised as a painter of “cose picole” (small
things), Pesellino was a remarkable draughtsman and miniaturist,
excelling in fine details and the characterful depiction of
animals. His works were not limited to those on a small scale,
however: he was also an accomplished painter of grand altarpieces.
 This catalogue introduces Pesellino’s work to a wider
audience and celebrates his extraordinary abilities. Beautifully
illustrated essays explore his life and work, and the recent
conservation of the Gallery’s painted cassone panels depicting
the story of David and Goliath, where the artist’s skill as a
storyteller is matched by his technical mastery. The first
publication in English dedicated to Pesellino, it provides a
comprehensive overview of the artist, as well as new insights into
his work. Â Published by National Gallery Global/Distributed
by Yale University Press  Exhibition Schedule:  The
National Gallery, London (December 7, 2023–March 10, 2024)
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Saint Francis of Assisi (Hardcover)
Gabriele Finaldi, Joost Joustra; Contributions by Susanna Avery-Quash, Ayla Lepine, Laura Llewellyn, …
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Exploring the life, imagery and lasting appeal of Saint Francis of
Assisi (1182–1226), this landmark book features a core of
important historic paintings representing the saint by Giotto,
Sassetta, Caravaggio, Zurbarán and El Greco. From his native
Umbria, Saint Francis’s image spread rapidly to become a global
phenomenon and a continuous source of artistic fascination. His
commitment to the poor, powerful appeals for peace, openness to
dialogue with other religions and embryonic environmentalism
radically impacted the Church and society of his time, and still
hold great interest today. Â Spanning seven centuries and
ranging from the earliest, relic-like objects to contemporary art
in a variety of media, including works by Antony Gormley, Giuseppe
Penone and a new commission from Richard Long, Saint Francis of
Assisi reflects on the lasting legacy of Saint Francis – an
inherently modern figure who retains a universal appeal. Published
by National Gallery Global/Distributed by Yale University
Press Exhibition Schedule: The National Gallery, London, 6
May–30 July 2023 Â
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