I recently read where a painting just discovered is thought to be an original Raphael painting. This would certainly be an enormous find and create a lot of excitement in the art world.
This painting in question had been stored in the Italian ducal palace since the 1970’s. It was discovered while taking inventory. It was first thought to be a copy but because it was enclosed in a gilded 17th century frame it is speculated that this may have been done by Raphael. It will have to go through a series of examinations by art historians.
What amazes me is that when all the analytical and chemical testing has been completed, it will still not be conclusive that this is an original work of art by the great Renaissance master. Art critics and historians will have to study the painting to come to some final decision.
The question might be why so much attention is being paid to this possible new discovery. Raphael is considered to be one of the three major figures of the High Renaissance School. Along with Leonardo and Michelangelo, Raphael who began painting at a very young age stands out as the master.
It seems that we are often rediscovering work by famous artists. Some one takes a closer look at a piece of art work and sees something others have missed over the years. It would be an important find if this work is determined to be an original of the man many believe to be the master of the Renaissance.
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This painting in question had been stored in the Italian ducal palace since the 1970’s. It was discovered while taking inventory. It was first thought to be a copy but because it was enclosed in a gilded 17th century frame it is speculated that this may have been done by Raphael. It will have to go through a series of examinations by art historians.
What amazes me is that when all the analytical and chemical testing has been completed, it will still not be conclusive that this is an original work of art by the great Renaissance master. Art critics and historians will have to study the painting to come to some final decision.
The question might be why so much attention is being paid to this possible new discovery. Raphael is considered to be one of the three major figures of the High Renaissance School. Along with Leonardo and Michelangelo, Raphael who began painting at a very young age stands out as the master.
It seems that we are often rediscovering work by famous artists. Some one takes a closer look at a piece of art work and sees something others have missed over the years. It would be an important find if this work is determined to be an original of the man many believe to be the master of the Renaissance.
www.nellasbooksandcollectibles.ecrater.com
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