How did Fra Angelico influence Fra Filippo Lippi’s use of color?

Fra Filippo Lippi’s use of color was significantly influenced by the "serene chromatics" of his contemporary, Fra Angelico.1

As Lippi matured as an artist, his style evolved from the heavy, plastic values initially inspired by Masaccio toward the more delicate and luminous color palette associated with Fra Angelico. This shift is particularly evident in works such as his second Coronation of the Virgin (c. 1444), where he moved away from Masaccio’s influence toward Angelico’s serene approach.1

Earlier, in works like the Barbadori Altarpiece (1437), Lippi had already begun to incorporate warm colors toned down with subtle shadings, which critics noted as approaching the "limpid chromatics" characteristic of Fra Angelico’s work. Ultimately, while Lippi’s art was enriched by various influences, his integration of these color techniques helped him achieve a more balanced and distinctively expressive style.1