Overview
First, watch and read the text and video about Parmigianino's Madonna of the Long Neck and the style of Mannerism:
Then, using the comparison images, write a 200-300 word short essay comparing Fra Filipo Lippi's Madonna and Child with Angels with Parmigianino's Madonna of the Long Neck. Consider the following questions when making your analysis:
- How is the composition different between the two works of art?
- How has the relationship between the Madonna and Baby Jesus changed?
- How has the articulation of space changed between the two works?
- Which work of art do you prefer, and why?
Comparison images attached