The artwork, “Door of the Paradise,” was created by Lorenzo Ghiberti between 1425 and 1452 in Italy. This Early Renaissance masterpiece, made of gold, measures 520 by 310 centimeters and is a renowned sculpture. Currently, it is housed at the Duomo di Firenze (Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore) in Florence, Italy.
“Door of the Paradise” is a monumental set of gilded bronze doors that showcase Ghiberti’s exquisite skills in relief sculpture. The artwork features ten large panels, each depicting a scene from the Old Testament, surrounded by intricate borders filled with biblical figures and saints. The detailed craftsmanship and use of perspective in the scenes highlight the transition towards the naturalism characteristic of the Early Renaissance. The overall grandeur and artistic finesse render this creation a significant milestone in art history, reflecting both technical innovation and the theological grandeur of its era.
