Byzantine Art Finding of the body of St. Mark
The twisting shape of the figuresare Tintoretto's interpretation of the mannerist posture. This piece stands out as being theatrical and mysterious.

Finding of the body of St. Mark

Who- Tintoretto
What- Oil on Canvas
When- 1562 to 1566
Where-Milan
Why- His power of execution set him off from the Mannerists and make him a forerunner of the Baroque, the age of theatre and opera.
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