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Altar of the Presentation

Basilica dei Frari Altar of the Presentation

The canvas bears the signature of the artist. The frescoes on the edge of the altar, in poor condition, representing the Eritrean Sibyl, the prophet Malachi, Faith and Hope.

  • Artwork: Presentation of Jesus in the Temple.
  • Artist/Author: Giuseppe Porta detto il Salviati
  • Date: 1548
  • Artistic Technique: Painting, oil on canvas.
  • Location: Altar of the Presentation (number 28). See church plan.