Where is "Dormition of the Virgin" by ANDREA DEL CASTAGNO?

"Dormition of the Virgin" is held in the permanent collection of Basilica di San Marco, Venice, Italy.

Which museum has "Dormition of the Virgin"?

"Dormition of the Virgin" is on display at Basilica di San Marco in Venice.

Who painted "Dormition of the Virgin" and when?

"Dormition of the Virgin" was painted by ANDREA DEL CASTAGNO in 1442-43.

What art movement is "Dormition of the Virgin" associated with?

"Dormition of the Virgin" is a work of Italian, Renaissance, painted by ANDREA DEL CASTAGNO.

Can I see "Dormition of the Virgin" in person?

Yes — "Dormition of the Virgin" is on permanent display at Basilica di San Marco in Venice. Check the museum website for current opening hours.

ANDREA DEL CASTAGNO: Dormition of the Virgin

✦ ANDREA DEL CASTAGNO

🖼 Dormition of the Virgin, 1442-43

◈ Mosaic

▣ Basilica di San Marco

◎ Venice, Italy

🖼 Order as art print*

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Soft light bathes apostles gathered around the Virgin's deathbed, their faces etched with grief in del Castagno's characteristic linear style. This scene established Renaissance iconography for Mary's final moments, blending Byzantine tradition with Florentine spatial perspective and emotional humanity.

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