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06 - Enea Silvio riceve il cappello cardinalizio Siena
Artist: Pinturicchio
Year: 1503 - 1507
Current location: Biblioteca Piccolomini
Original location: Biblioteca Piccolomini
DESCRIPTIVE INFORMATION
The appointment of Cardinal Piccolomini dates back to 1456 at the hands of Pope Calixtus III. This scene takes place in an environment enriched by a magnificent panoramic view as in other murals. ISulla left, the Pope supports the cardinal's hat on the head Enea Silvio knees.
Ttra several bystanders stands the figure of the two characters in the foreground, his back turned to indicate that the event is taking place.
It should be noted in the setting the altar of the chapel, decorated with an altarpiece with a Madonna and Child between St. James the Greater and Andrew, both protectors of the Piccolomini family.
06 - Enea Silvio riceve il cappello cardinalizio