Exaltation of the Cross (detail)

'Exaltation of the Cross (detail)' is a renowned piece of a larger series of frescoes, specifically a religious painting, by Piero della Francesca. Situated in the Basilica of San Francesco in Arezzo, it adorns an expansive wall and serves as a vivid depiction of the Legend of the True Cross. Within this stunning detail, della Francesca demonstrated his mastery of fresco technique, which garnered him acclaim during the Early Renaissance period. This masterpiece further established della Francesca’s significant contribution to the evolution of religious painting during this era.