Head of an Angel in Full Face 1394 - 1400

This small-scale tempera painting by Taddeo di Bartolo, created between 1394 and 1400, depicts the head of an angel in full face. The angel's delicate features, including soft, rounded cheeks, a delicate nose, and slightly parted lips, convey a sense of serene beauty and ethereal presence. The artist utilizes soft, subtle colors to create a lifelike depiction, highlighting the angel's gentle beauty. This piece, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the artistic practices of the early Renaissance, where religious imagery played a central role.