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      Masaccio, 1401 – 1428

      The 97 Most Famous Masaccio Paintings, Ranked

      The best-loved painting by Masaccio is Sfânta Treime (1428). Banii tributului (1425) and The Expulsion from the Garden of Eden (1426) come next among the canvases readers know best. Our catalogue holds 97 works by Masaccio: here are the 97 most famous, each with its year, its museum and what makes it memorable.

      Clasate în funcție de scorul nostru de popularitate, care combină numărul de căutări, vizite și comenzi pentru fiecare operă. Actualizat Octombrie 2026. Each painting on this page can be ordered as an oil reproduction painted by hand on linen canvas, or as a fine art print, made to the size you choose.

      Portretul lui Masaccio
      Masaccio · 1401 – 1428
      Născut · Decedat
      1401 – 1428, San Giovanni Valdarno
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      Lucrări din catalogul nostru
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      Sfânta Treime (1428)
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      Top 10 Masaccio paintings: the canvases everyone knows

      Sfânta Treime (1428) de Masaccio
      1

      Sfânta Treime

      1428 · Frescă

      Sfânta Treime de Masaccio a fost o lucrare revoluționară ce a introdus numeroase inovații artistice. Aceasta este una dintre primele picturi monumentale ale Renașcinței care utilizează perspectiva liniară, creând un sentiment profund de adâncime și spațiu. Utilizarea tehnicilor de chiaroscuro și sfumato adaugă volum și textură figurilor, oferindu-le un aspect mult mai realist și captivant.

      Banii tributului (1425) de Masaccio
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      Banii tributului

      1425 · Frescă

      Scena se desfășoară în cadrul Capela Brancacci a basilicii Santa Maria del Carmine din Florența. Aici, fresca intitulată „Banii tributului” de Masaccio aduce la viață o povestire biblică pe pereții capelei. Comisionată de Felice Brancacci, această operă constituie o parte semnificativă dintr-un ciclu mai amplu dedicat vieții Sfântului Petru. Atmosfera din capelă pare să poarte greutatea acestei istorii sacre, pe măsură ce figurile traversează un moment de o profunzime spirituală…

      The Expulsion from the Garden of Eden (1426) de Masaccio
      3

      The Expulsion from the Garden of Eden

      1426 · Fresco

      The heavy silence of the Brancacci Chapel in the church of Santa Maria del Carmine in Florence, Italy, holds the weight of a profound tragedy. Here, the walls breathe with the story of The Expulsion from the Garden of Eden, a fresco painted by Masaccio around 1425. The air seems to thicken around the figures as they face their sudden, irreversible departure from paradise. This scene marks the beginning of…

      Rendering of the Tribute Money de Masaccio
      4

      Rendering of the Tribute Money

      Frescă

      Acest detaliu captivant provine din fresca revoluționară a lui Masaccio, „Tributul”, o operă esențială din Capela Brancacci din Florența. Realizată în jurul anului 1426, aceasta reprezintă un punct de cotitură în arta occidentală, îndepărtându-se de convențiile stilizate ale perioadei gotice către o nouă eră a naturalismului și a expresiei umaniste.

      Predella panel from the Pisa Altar (1426) de Masaccio
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      Predella panel from the Pisa Altar

      1426 · Oil On Panel · Muzeele Statale din Berlin, Berlin

      To stand before this Predella panel from the Pisa Altar is to encounter a moment frozen in time, yet vibrating with raw, undeniable human drama. Dating to 1426, this work captures Masaccio at the zenith of his revolutionary power. It is not merely a depiction of the Crucifixion; it is a profound meditation on sacrifice, community, and the weight of divine narrative rendered with startling immediacy. The composition draws the…

      The Madonna of Humility (1424) de Masaccio
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      The Madonna of Humility

      1424 · Tempera On Panel

      In the quiet, profound stillness of Masaccio’s The Madonna of Humility, we encounter one of the most moving snapshots of the Early Italian Renaissance. Created around 1424, this masterpiece transcends mere religious iconography to offer a window into a moment of raw, maternal intimacy. The scene is set not upon a celestial throne, but on the earth itself, where the Virgin Mary sits upon a blue patterned cushion. This choice…

      Trinity (detail) (1425) de Masaccio
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      Trinity (detail)

      1425 · Fresco · Santa Maria Novella, Florența

      The image presents a detail from a fresco painting created in 1425 by Masaccio. Within this specific view, a figure is depicted that appears to be Mary Magdalene, identified by the traditional iconography of her long hair and a head covering. She possesses a contemplative expression, directing her gaze slightly downwards toward an object held in her right hand, which may be interpreted as a symbol of faith or devotion.

      Two panels from the Pisa Altarpiece (1426) de Masaccio
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      Two panels from the Pisa Altarpiece

      1426 · Tempera On Panel · Muzeele Statale din Berlin, Berlin

      In the quiet, hallowed halls of art history, few works capture the dawn of a new era as poignantly as Masaccio’s Two Panels from the Pisa Altarpiece. Completed in 1426, these panels are far more than mere fragments of a lost polyptych; they are windows into a transformative moment when the rigid conventions of the Gothic period began to dissolve, giving way to the profound humanism of the Early Italian…

      Trinity (1425) de Masaccio
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      Trinity

      1425 · Fresco · Santa Maria Novella, Florența

      To step before Masaccio’s Holy Trinity is to witness the exact moment when the flattened, symbolic world of the Middle Ages dissolved into the profound, breathing reality of the Renaissance. Painted between 1425 and 1427 within the hallowed walls of Santa Maria Novella in Florence, this fresco does not merely depict a religious scene; it carves a hole in the very wall of the chapel, inviting the viewer to step…

      Trinity (detail) (1425) de Masaccio
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      Trinity (detail)

      1425 · Acrylic On Canvas · Santa Maria Novella, Florența

      Masaccio’s “Trinity (detail),” housed within the magnificent Santa Maria Novella in Florence, isn't merely a fresco; it’s a pivotal moment in art history – a visual manifesto declaring the arrival of the High Renaissance. Painted between 1425 and 1427, this intimate section captures the essence of Masaccio’s revolutionary approach to depicting reality, a departure from the stylized elegance of the preceding Gothic era and a profound influence on generations of…

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      Trinity (scheme of the perspective) (1425) de Masaccio
      #12

      Trinity (scheme of the perspective)

      1425 · Santa Maria Novella

      Masaccio’s “Trinity (Scheme of the Perspective),” painted in 1425-1427, isn’t merely a depiction of a sacred subject; it’s a profound demonstration of artistic innovation—a pivotal moment where the…

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      Crucifixion (1426) de Masaccio
      #22

      Crucifixion

      1426 · Museo di Capodimonte

      Masaccio’s Crucifixion, painted in 1426 during his tragically brief career, isn’t merely a depiction of a pivotal biblical event; it’s a foundational moment in Western art. Born in…

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      Distribution of Alms and Death of Ananias (1425) de Masaccio
      #48

      Distribution of Alms and Death of Ananias

      1425

      In the quiet, profound depths of Masaccio’s Distribution of Alms and Death of Ananias, we encounter a moment where the divine intersects with the earthly through the simple,…

      Madonna with Child and Angels (1426) de Masaccio
      #78

      Madonna with Child and Angels

      1426 · National Gallery

      Masaccio's "Madonna with Child and Angels," painted in 1426, stands as a monumental work—a pivotal moment in the burgeoning Renaissance. More than simply a depiction of the Virgin…

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      Adoration of the Magi (1426) de Masaccio
      #85

      Adoration of the Magi

      1426 · Muzeele Statale din Berlin

      To stand before Masaccio’s Adoration of the Magi is not merely to observe a painting; it is to step directly into the revolutionary atmosphere of the early Italian…

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      St. Andrew (1426) de Masaccio
      #93

      St. Andrew

      1426 · J. Paul Getty Museum

      A Revolutionary Vision of Faith: Masaccio’s St. Andrew Masaccio's *St. Andrew*, painted in 1426, is a landmark work of the Early Renaissance, embodying the seismic shift towards naturalism…

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      Crucifixion of St Peter (1426) de Masaccio
      #97

      Crucifixion of St Peter

      1426 · Muzeele Statale din Berlin

      Masaccio's 1426 painting, *Crucifixion of St. Peter*, is not merely a depiction of a pivotal moment in Christian history; it’s a foundational cornerstone of the Early Italian Renaissance.…

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      Masaccio's canvases, period by period

      What Masaccio painted most

      The four subjects that return most often on these canvases, each with its best-loved example.

      Where Masaccio's canvases hang

      Cele 8 muzee care dețin cele mai multe dintre picturile de pe această pagină.

      Muzeu Oraș Lucrări lui Masaccio Picturi din această listă
      Santa Maria del Carmine, FlorențaSanta Maria del Carmine Florența 7 Vizul Cappellei Brancacci (înainte de restaurare), Fresco în Cappella Brancacci (vedere dreapta), Fresco în Cappella Brancacci (vedere stânga)
      Muzeele Statale din Berlin, BerlinMuzeele Statale din Berlin Berlin 6 Predella panel from the Pisa Altar, Two panels from the Pisa Altarpiece, Plate of Nativity (Berlin Tondo)
      Gemäldegalerie, BerlinGemäldegalerie Berlin 5 Martyrdom of San Giovanni Battista, A Bearded Carmelite Saint, San Agustín
      Santa Maria Novella, FlorențaSanta Maria Novella Florența 4 Trinity (detail), Trinity, Trinity (detail)
      Lindenau-Museum, AltengauLindenau-Museum Altengau 3 Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane (detail), Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane (detail), Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane
      National Gallery of Art, WashingtonNational Gallery of Art Washington 2 Profile Portrait of a Young Man, Madonna of Humility
      National Gallery, LondraNational Gallery Londra 2 Madonna with Child and Angels, St.Girolamo end Giovanni Battista
      Museo di Capodimonte, NapoliMuseo di Capodimonte Napoli 1 Crucifixion

      Masaccio's best-loved canvases, year by year

      Some ten years of painting, 1420 to 1428, hold the dated canvases of Masaccio on this page: walk through them year by year.

      1. 1420
      2. 1422
      3. 1422
      4. 1422
        San Giovenale Triptych. Left panel (1422) de Masaccio
        Canvas 63 of 97

        San Giovenale Triptych. Left panel

        Vârsta 21

        The San Giovenale Triptych, Left Panel by Masaccio is a seminal work of art that showcases the artist's innovative style and technique. Created in 1422, this painting is…

      5. 1422
      6. 1423
      7. 1423
      8. 1424
        The Madonna of Humility (1424) de Masaccio
        6 of 97

        The Madonna of Humility

        Vârsta 23

        In the quiet, profound stillness of Masaccio’s The Madonna of Humility, we encounter one of the most moving snapshots of the Early Italian Renaissance. Created around 1424, this…

      9. 1424
        Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane (detail) (1424) de Masaccio
        21 of 97

        Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane (detail)

        Vârsta 23 · Lindenau-Museum

        The garden holds a heavy stillness. In this detail from 1424, a single figure kneels upon the earth, hands clasped in a tight knot of devotion. The light…

      10. 1424
      11. 1424
        Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane (1424) de Masaccio
        62 of 97

        Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane

        Vârsta 23 · Lindenau-Museum

        The painting Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane is a renowned work by the Italian artist Masaccio, created in 1424. This tempera painting, measuring 62 x 44 cm,…

      12. 1425
        Banii tributului (1425) de Masaccio
        Canvas 2 of 97

        Banii tributului

        Vârsta 24

        Scena se desfășoară în cadrul Capela Brancacci a basilicii Santa Maria del Carmine din Florența. Aici, fresca intitulată „Banii tributului” de Masaccio aduce la viață o povestire biblică…

      13. 1425
        Trinity (detail) (1425) de Masaccio
        7 of 97

        Trinity (detail)

        Vârsta 24 · Santa Maria Novella

        The image presents a detail from a fresco painting created in 1425 by Masaccio. Within this specific view, a figure is depicted that appears to be Mary Magdalene,…

      14. 1425
        Trinity (1425) de Masaccio
        9 of 97

        Trinity

        Vârsta 24 · Santa Maria Novella

        To step before Masaccio’s Holy Trinity is to witness the exact moment when the flattened, symbolic world of the Middle Ages dissolved into the profound, breathing reality of…

      15. 1425
        Trinity (detail) (1425) de Masaccio
        10 of 97

        Trinity (detail)

        Vârsta 24 · Santa Maria Novella

        Masaccio’s “Trinity (detail),” housed within the magnificent Santa Maria Novella in Florence, isn't merely a fresco; it’s a pivotal moment in art history – a visual manifesto declaring…

      16. 1426
        The Expulsion from the Garden of Eden (1426) de Masaccio
        Ranked 3 of 97

        The Expulsion from the Garden of Eden

        Vârsta 25

        The heavy silence of the Brancacci Chapel in the church of Santa Maria del Carmine in Florence, Italy, holds the weight of a profound tragedy. Here, the walls…

      17. 1426
        Predella panel from the Pisa Altar (1426) de Masaccio
        Canvas 5 of 97

        Predella panel from the Pisa Altar

        Vârsta 25 · Muzeele Statale din Berlin

        To stand before this Predella panel from the Pisa Altar is to encounter a moment frozen in time, yet vibrating with raw, undeniable human drama. Dating to 1426,…

      18. 1426
        Two panels from the Pisa Altarpiece (1426) de Masaccio
        Ranked 8 of 97

        Two panels from the Pisa Altarpiece

        Vârsta 25 · Muzeele Statale din Berlin

        In the quiet, hallowed halls of art history, few works capture the dawn of a new era as poignantly as Masaccio’s Two Panels from the Pisa Altarpiece. Completed…

      19. 1426
        Vizul Cappellei Brancacci (înainte de restaurare) (1426) de Masaccio
        Ranked 11 of 97

        Vizul Cappellei Brancacci (înainte de restaurare)

        Vârsta 25 · Santa Maria del Carmine

        Imaginează-ți o încăpere, luminată de un cer senin, dar dominată de o frescă care pare să pulseze cu viață. Aceasta este „Vederea Cappellei Brancacci (înainte de restaurare)” a…

      20. 1427
      21. 1427
        Baptism of the Neophytes (1427) de Masaccio
        20 of 97

        Baptism of the Neophytes

        Vârsta 26

        The Baptism of the Neophytes is a renowned fresco painted by Masaccio in the early 15th century. This iconic artwork is part of the decoration of the Brancacci…

      22. 1427
        Plate of Nativity (Berlin Tondo) (1427) de Masaccio
        77 of 97

        Plate of Nativity (Berlin Tondo)

        Vârsta 26 · Muzeele Statale din Berlin

        In the quiet intimacy of the Plate of Nativity (Berlin Tondo), we witness one of the most profound transformations in the history of Western art. Painted in 1427…

      23. 1428
        Sfânta Treime (1428) de Masaccio
        1 of 97

        Sfânta Treime

        Vârsta 27

        Sfânta Treime de Masaccio a fost o lucrare revoluționară ce a introdus numeroase inovații artistice. Aceasta este una dintre primele picturi monumentale ale Renașcinței care utilizează perspectiva liniară,…

      24. 1428
      25. 1428

      About Masaccio's canvases: your questions answered

      What is the best-known painting by Masaccio?Read the answer

      Sfânta Treime (1428), followed by Banii tributului (1425) and The Expulsion from the Garden of Eden (1426).

      What age was Masaccio when Sfânta Treime was painted?Read the answer

      Masaccio, born in 1401, was 27 years old: Sfânta Treime dates from 1428.

      What are the 10 most famous paintings by Masaccio?Read the answer

      Sfânta Treime, Banii tributului, The Expulsion from the Garden of Eden, Rendering of the Tribute Money, Predella panel from the Pisa Altar, The Madonna of Humility, Trinity (detail), Two panels from the Pisa Altarpiece, Trinity și Trinity (detail). Each canvas in the ranking above comes with its year and its museum.

      How many works did Masaccio paint in all?Read the answer

      97 works by Masaccio are in our catalogue, dated 1420 to 1428.

      Where can I see Masaccio's most famous canvases?Read the answer

      Mostly in Santa Maria del Carmine (Florența), Muzeele Statale din Berlin (Berlin) și Gemäldegalerie (Berlin); the list above names each museum and its canvases.

      When did Masaccio paint the best-loved canvases?Read the answer

      In 1426, which gave 41 of the 97 works on this page, The Expulsion from the Garden of Eden among them.

      Which are Masaccio's earliest and latest famous canvases?Read the answer

      The earliest canvas here is Madonna of Humility (1420); the latest is Sfânta Treime (1428).

      What did Masaccio paint most often?Read the answer

      Saints (30), Religious (25) și Renaissance (16), across the 97 works on this page.

      Which medium did Masaccio paint in most often?Read the answer

      Fresco, used in 6 of the 97 works on this page.

      Which movement is Masaccio's painting part of?Read the answer

      Renașterea timpurie, as the canvases on this page show.

      Which Masaccio canvases hang at the Santa Maria del Carmine?Read the answer

      The Santa Maria del Carmine, Florența holds 7 of the works on this page, among them Vizul Cappellei Brancacci (înainte de restaurare), Fresco în Cappella Brancacci (vedere dreapta) și Fresco în Cappella Brancacci (vedere stânga).

      Can I buy a reproduction of a Masaccio canvas?Read the answer

      Yes. Every painting on this page can be ordered from its own page as an oil reproduction painted by hand, or as a fine art print, in the size you choose.

      Masaccio: a life in paint

      Masaccio (1401-1428): The Dawn of Renaissance Realism

      Tommaso di Ser Giovanni di Simone Cassai, better known as Masaccio (meaning "clumsy Tom"), was a pivotal figure in the Early Italian Renaissance. Born on December 21, 1401, in San Giovanni Valdarno, Italy, and dying tragically young in 1428, his brief career revolutionized painting with groundbreaking realism, perspective, and chiaroscuro (the use of strong contrasts between light and dark). Despite his short life, Masaccio’s impact on subsequent generations of artists was profound, establishing a new standard for naturalism and influencing the course of Western art.

      Early Life and Training

      Masaccio's origins were humble; he descended from Ser Giovanni di Mone Cassai, a notary, and Jacopa di Martinozzo di Dino. His family name, Cassai, derived from his paternal grandfather’s trade as a cabinet maker—a craft that instilled in him an appreciation for meticulous detail and craftsmanship. Orphaned at age five when his father perished unexpectedly, Masaccio was cared for by his brother Giovanni (Lo Scheggia), who also pursued artistic endeavors. The precise details of Masaccio's formative years remain shrouded in obscurity – a rarity amongst Renaissance artists—underscoring the mystery surrounding his rapid ascent to mastery and the innovative techniques he pioneered. Scholarly speculation suggests that he likely apprenticed around the age of 12, though definitive documentation confirming his teacher is absent. This lack of verifiable biographical information adds to the fascination surrounding Masaccio’s artistic journey. He joined the painters’ guild (Arte de’ Medici e Speziali) in Florence on January 7, 1422, marking his emergence as an independent artist and signaling a decisive step toward realizing his creative ambitions.

      Artistic Development and Major Works

      Masaccio's artistic vision was profoundly shaped by Giotto di Bondone—a predecessor who championed naturalism and imbued his frescoes with emotive depth. However, Masaccio swiftly surpassed Giotto’s achievements in mastering perspective and anatomical accuracy. He also absorbed inspiration from Filippo Brunelleschi’s revolutionary rediscovery of linear perspective—a breakthrough that fundamentally altered artistic representation. This intellectual engagement fueled Masaccio's groundbreaking innovations:
      • Linear Perspective: Masaccio meticulously applied vanishing points and mathematical precision to create a convincing illusion of depth on canvas, mirroring Brunelleschi’s architectural experiments.
      • Chiaroscuro: He wielded light and shadow with unparalleled skill—a technique perfected by Leonardo da Vinci—to sculpt forms and imbue his paintings with palpable emotion and realism.
      His most enduring legacy resides in the Brancacci Chapel frescoes—commissioned for Santa Maria del Carmine in Florence—where Masaccio achieved artistic apotheosis. These monumental canvases, including “The Trinity,” “Expulsion from Paradise,” and “St. Peter Baptizing the Neophytes,” represent a pinnacle of Early Renaissance art and stand as testament to Masaccio’s unparalleled talent. They exemplify his mastery of perspective, anatomy, and emotional expression—elements that would become hallmarks of subsequent artistic movements. Furthermore, Masaccio collaborated closely with Masolino on the Madonna and Child with St. Anne fresco, demonstrating his ability to synthesize stylistic influences while maintaining a distinctive artistic voice.

      Historical Significance and Legacy

      Giorgio Vasari, the celebrated Renaissance biographer, eloquently captured Masaccio’s genius—declaring him “the best painter of his generation” due to his unwavering commitment to imitating nature and conveying human emotion with breathtaking fidelity. Masaccio's influence extended far beyond Florence, inspiring artists across Italy and shaping the trajectory of Western art for centuries to come. He fundamentally challenged prevailing artistic conventions, ushering in an era of unprecedented realism and psychological depth—a transformation that continues to resonate today. His untimely demise at the age of 26—likely due to malaria—was mourned by contemporaries like Filippo Brunelleschi, who lamented the loss of such a prodigious talent. Masaccio’s legacy endures as one of the most important and influential artists in history—a beacon illuminating the path toward artistic innovation and demonstrating the transformative power of creative vision.

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