Battle between Heraclius and Chosroes (detail)
- Artist
- Piero della Francesca
- Date
- 1452 - 1466
- Style
- Early renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Basilica of San Francesco
The artwork, 'Battle between Heraclius and Chosroes (detail)', is an integral part of 'The Legend of the True Cross' sequence, skillfully illustrated by Piero della Francesca. These frescoes, representing a remarkable example of Early Renaissance art, adorn the interior walls of the Basilica of San Francesco in Arezzo. The intense scene captured in the fresco depicts a significant episode in the religious narrative, reflecting the artist's mastery in religious painting. The 'Battle between Heraclius and Chosroes,' in particular, showcases the prowess and artistic ingenuity of Francesca, making it an iconic fresco in the grand series.
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