Viewing the frescoes of Spinello Aretino immerses the observer in the vibrant and narrative world of Italian Gothic art. His works, characterized by intense coloration and a clear, storytelling structure, reflect the religious fervor and artistic innovation of the late 14th century. Born around 1350 in Arezzo, Spinello is considered one of the most important representatives of Tuscan painting of his era. His fresco cycles, such as those in the Campo Santo in Pisa or in the churches of Florence and Siena, impress with their dynamic figures and lively depiction of space and movement. Compared to contemporaries like Agnolo Gaddi or Taddeo Gaddi, Spinello demonstrates greater compositional freedom and a pronounced ability to translate dramatic moments into vivid pictorial sequences. Particularly striking is his use of light and color, which gives the scenes an almost theatrical effect and enhances the emotional engagement of viewers.
Spinello Aretino was an artist who adopted the traditions of the Sienese and Florentine schools but developed them further with his own distinctive style. His figures are often elegantly slender, their movements fluid and natural. The facial features of his saints and martyrs possess an expressive intensity that underscores the spiritual intent of the depictions. In contrast to the often stricter compositions of his predecessors, Spinello brings new vitality and narrative diversity to the sacred art of his time. His works were influential for subsequent generations, including his son Parri Spinelli, and had a lasting impact on the development of painting in central Italy. The frescoes of Spinello Aretino are not only significant testimonies to Italian Gothic art but also expressions of an era in which art and faith were inextricably linked.
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.jpg "Story of Pope Alexander III, the Pope giving the sword to Doge Ziani by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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_The_Venetian_Fleet_Victorious_over_t_-_(MeisterDrucke-96575).jpg "The History of Pope Alexander III (1105-81): The Venetian Fleet Victorious over that of Emperor Frederick Barbarossa (c.1123-90) 1407 by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Naval battle in Punta Salvore in the Gulf of Trieste (Detail of the exchanges of hostages) by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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_The_Entrance_of_the_Pope_and_Emperor_-_(MeisterDrucke-85972).jpg "The History of Pope Alexander III: The Entrance of the Pope and Emperor Frederick Barbarossa into Rome (detail) by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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_Construction_of_the_Town_of_Alessand_-_(MeisterDrucke-248005).jpg "The History of Pope Alexander III: Construction of the Town of Alessandria, 1407 by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "The Annunciation by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Saint Mary Magdalen Holding a Crucifix by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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_in_the_Sacristy_-_(MeisterDrucke-268649).jpg "The Heavy Stone (detail) from the Life of St Benedict (c.480-c.550) in the Sacristy (1387) by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Emperor Frederic Barberossa submits to Pope Alexander III, which leads to the 3rd Lateran Council of 1179 by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "The Flagellation, c.1395-1400 by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Processional Banner, c1395-1400 by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "The Madonna and Child Enthroned by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Pope and Emperor by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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 in the Sacristy 1387 - (MeisterDrucke-201661).jpg "The Saint Discovers the Deceit of Totila, King of the Ostrogoths (detail) by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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 in the Sacristy 1387 - (MeisterDrucke-168296).jpg "The Saint Frees a Monk Possessed, (detail) from the Life of Saint Benedict, in the Sacristy, 1387 by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Naval battle in Punta Salvore in the Gulf of Trieste. Detail of the exchanges of hostages by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "History of Pope Alexander III, Fresco by Spinello Aretino by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "The Annunciation (detail) by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Vault frescoes in the Sacristy depicting the Four Evangelists, 1387 by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "St Louis of Toulouse and St Anthony of Padua with St Stephen by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "The Foundation of Montecassino and the Miracle of Raising of the Monk, Sagrestia by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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_-_(MeisterDrucke-36940).jpg "St. Ephysius Condemned by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Conversion of Saint Ephysius by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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_in_the_Sacri_-_(MeisterDrucke-314945).jpg "Maurus Saves Placidus (detail) by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Virgin and Child with Angels, 1405 by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Scenes of the Life of Christ: Ascent to Calvary by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Saint Julian Having Killed His Parents, by Spinello, Aretino by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "The Martyrdom of St. John the Baptist, Predella Panel from St. Nemesius and St. John the Baptist by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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_-_(MeisterDrucke-592989).jpg "St. Benedict, St. Christopher and St. Catherine by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Naval battle in Punta Salvatore, opposing the army of Frederic Barberossa to the Venetians by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Saint Philip the Apostle and Grisante by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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_-_(MeisterDrucke-1127876).jpg "The Magdalen by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "The Conversion of Saint Paul by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "A Saint, Possibly James the Greater by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "The Lamentation by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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 in the Sacristy 1387 - (MeisterDrucke-192767).jpg "The Saint Prophesizes to Totila King of the Goths (detail) by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Saint Francis Before the Pope by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "San Simeon Holding Infant Jesus in His Arms According to the Narration of the Gospel of Luke by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Pope Alexander III by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "The Infant St. John the Baptist Presented to Zacharias by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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_-_(MeisterDrucke-1130596).jpg "Saint Bartholemew by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Adoration of the Magi by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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.jpg "Salome by Aretino Luca Spinello or Spinelli")
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