Coronation of the Virgin
Saints and angels watching coronation of Mary
Coronation of the Virgin
Artist: Filippi Lippi
Year: 1439-47
VM number: 0007
Description: Angels and saints watching Mary's coronation; one of most important paintings of the early Renaissance. Originally painted for the high altar of the church of Sant'Ambrogio in Florence, Italy. Artist Filippo Lippi portrayed himself as a monk with dark hair on left in painting. Coronation.
Event Depicted: Coronation of Mary
Subject Pose: kneeling
Subject Attire: red dress, blue rob, clear veil
Century: 15th century
Photographer: Shala Graham
Date Taken: January 7, 2023
Location: Le Gallerie degli Uffizi (The Uffizi)
