St. Sebastian and John the Baptist
- Artist
- Piero della Francesca
- Date
- 1445 - 1462
- Style
- Early renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Museo Civico di Sansepolcro
The 'St. Sebastian and John the Baptist' is a notable panel in the Polyptych of the Misericordia, an early work of the Early Renaissance artist, Piero della Francesca. This religious painting, currently housed in the Museo Civico di Sansepolcro in Italy, depicts two prominent Christian figures in a visually engaging manner. The artist, known for his proficiency in both tempera and oil painting techniques, showcases his mastery in this piece, displaying rich details and sublime color harmonies typical of the early Italian Renaissance period. The entire polyptych is centered around the Virgin of Mercy, with this panel contributing to the overall religious narrative.
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