The Apostle St Bartholomew 1480
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Matteo Di Giovanni's The Apostle St Bartholomew 1480 into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Matteo Di Giovanni's The Apostle St Bartholomew (1480) is a striking example of Early Renaissance devotional painting from the Sienese School. The work exudes solemn reverence, depicting the saint with delicate tempera precision against a gold leaf background—a hallmark of 15th-century Italian religious art. St Bartholomew is portrayed holding a bible and the flaying knife (his martyrdom attribute) with hypnotic textile details in his robes that reveal Matteo’s mastery of linear drapery patterns. The painting’s intimate scale (likely part of a polyptych) and the saint’s introspective gaze create spiritual immediacy, bridging earthly and divine realms. As a key figure in the transitional period between Gothic mannerisms and Renaissance naturalism, Matteo’s work represents Siena’s conservative yet luminous artistic tradition, contrasting with Florentine innovations of the time. The panel remains significant for its exquisite craftsmanship and embodiment of quattrocento devotional aesthetics.
For contemporary spaces, this artwork’s timeless sacred aura makes it ideal for study rooms or offices seeking refined historical gravitas. Choose a walnut or gilded wood frame to echo its original altarpiece context, and display it at eye level in soft directional lighting to enhance the gold leaf’s glow. The warm ochres and deep reds in the saint’s robe pair beautifully with terracotta walls or Persian rugs, while the gold background complements brass/antique bronze decor. A medium-sized reproduction (approx. 40x60cm) maintains visual impact without overwhelming—perfect above a leather-bound book collection or beside a minimalist modern desk for striking contrast. For galleries or lobbies, consider grouping it with other Renaissance saint portraits in matching frames to create a cohesive "sacred conversation" vignette. Its contemplative mood also suits meditation spaces when paired with soft linen textiles and muted earth tones.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
