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The Adoration of the Shepherds
Bonifazio de' Pitati
This painting shows the influence of Palma Vecchio, while the pastoral landscape is reminiscent of Titian and Giorgione. Bonifazio was one of the most popular painters in Venice in the early 16th century and produced many works for Venetian palaces and churches.
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Date supported
1955
Medium and material
Oil on panel
Dimensions
118 x 152 cm
Grant
1000
Total cost
2400
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