The Conquest of Naples by Charles of Durazzo
The Met
Artist: Master of Charles of Durazzo(Italian, Florentine, late 14th century)
Date: 1381–82
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Tempera on wood, embossed and gilt ornament
Dimensions: Overall 19 3/8 x 50 3/4 in. (49.2 x 128.9 cm); each painted surface 15 3/4 x 15 in. (40 x 38.1 cm)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1906
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A white city with ships, and a large army on horseback with tents and banners
Detailed Description
The artwork is a horizontal, rectangular painting with a decorative gold border featuring small, repeating patterns. The central image is divided into three large, overlapping circular sections, each framed by a gold band with smaller circular motifs. The leftmost section shows a multi-storied white city with pink and red roofs, set against dark green mountains. Several white buildings with towers line a body of water where two dark ships with sails are docked, one larger with figures on board, and a smaller boat. Figures in colorful attire are visible near the city walls and a tall white tower with a red and white striped banner. The central and right sections show an army. Numerous figures, many on horseback, are depicted in various poses, wearing tunics in shades of orange, blue, yellow, and brown. They carry shields and spears. Behind them, several large white tents with pointed tops are visible, along with numerous colorful banners and flags, some striped red and white, others featuring heraldic designs. Dark green mountains form the background for these military scenes, with some red-roofed structures appearing in the distance on the right. The ground beneath the army is a mix of green and brown.
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