Why it matters
The Madonna and Child enthroned with saints, still in the church for which it was painted. It is Bellini's first work showing the undeniable influence of Giorgione.
Did you know?
- It was completed in 1505.
- Its patron is unknown.
- Carlo Ridolfi called it 'one of the most beautiful and delicate by the artist'.
Based on the Wikipedia article San Zaccaria Altarpiece (CC BY-SA 4.0).
