plate no. 0184

Coronation of the Virgin with Angels

Francesco de' Rossi (Francesco Salviati), "Cecchino"

oilMannerism (Late Renaissance)religious paintingfiguresangelscrowndraperyreligiousclouds

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in figure drawing, drapery rendering, and creating atmospheric perspective with subtle value shifts. It also provides practice in achieving realistic skin tones and rendering soft, diffused light.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 25 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Begin with a light sketch outlining the main figures and composition.
step 02
Establish the overall value structure with a thin wash of burnt umber.
step 03
Block in the main color areas, focusing on the drapery and skin tones.
step 04
Develop the figures, paying attention to anatomical accuracy and proportions.
step 05
Refine the drapery folds and highlights, creating a sense of volume.
step 06
Add details to the faces, hands, and crown.
step 07
Soften edges and blend transitions to create a smooth, atmospheric effect.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the sense of depth and realism.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · raw sienna · titanium white

secondary · cadmium red · yellow ochre · ivory black

Achieve the skin tones by mixing white, sienna, and a touch of red. Use burnt umber and black to create the darker shadows in the drapery. Mix white with a touch of sienna to create the highlights.

techniques