size(cm): 50x100
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Mariotto Albertinelli's Circumcision painting is an impressive work that stands out for its Renaissance artistic style. The composition of the work is very careful, with a symmetrical and balanced disposition of the characters in the scene. The central figure of the Virgin Mary, who holds the Child Jesus on her lap, is surrounded by the other characters in the scene, who are in the background.

The color of the work is very rich and vibrant, with a great variety of tones and shades that create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The details in the clothes and the objects in the scene are very well worked, which demonstrates the technical skill of the artist.

The story behind the painting is very interesting. The Circumcision is a religious theme that represents the moment in which Jesus was circumcised according to the Jewish tradition. This scene symbolizes Jesus' entry into the Jewish community and his acceptance of Jewish laws and customs.

One of the lesser known aspects of the work is that it was commissioned by the Tornabuoni family, one of the most influential families in Renaissance Florence. The work was created for the family chapel in the church of Santa Maria Novella, demonstrating the importance attached to religion and art at the time.

In short, Mariotto Albertinelli's Circumcision painting is an impressive work that stands out for its Renaissance style, its balanced composition, its vibrant colors and its interesting history. A work that deserves to be admired and studied for its beauty and its historical and cultural value.

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