In the context of this artwork, explain the Predella of the Style, subject and description of the San Zeno Altarpiece.
On the bottom portion of the altarpiece, three paintings are displayed in the predella of the altarpiece. These paintings portray biblical scenes that occurred in Jerusalem, like the Crucifixion of Jesus and the Agony in the Garden. While the altarpiece remains in situ, the three paintings of the predella were stolen by Napoleon and have not been returned; those seen in the altarpiece today are all copies, while the originals remain in two different French museums. The image of the Crucifixion is at the Louvre Museum in Paris, while the scenes of the Resurrection and Agony in the Garden are in Tours at the Musée des Beaux-Arts. Despite being smaller components of this altarpiece, these paintings display Mantegna's attention to detail and precision as an artist in his quest to render a memorable and historical depiction of the Passion of Christ in Italian art.
Napoleon Musée des Beaux-Arts Tours Predella Louvre altarpiece predella in situ Louvre Museum Resurrection Crucifixion of Jesus Agony in the Garden Jerusalem Crucifixion