The Resurrection
- Artist
- Piero della Francesca
- Date
- c.1460
- Style
- Early renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Museo Civico di Sansepolcro
'The Resurrection' is a striking religious painting that exemplifies the Early Renaissance period. Created in the mid-15th century by Piero della Francesca, a master of the Italian Renaissance, the piece is brightly colored and rich in symbolisms. Painted directly onto the wall of the Palazzo della Residenza in Sansepolcro, Tuscany using the fresco technique, it serves as a powerful testament to della Francesca's talent and the religious fervor of the time. The painting presents a serene yet authoritative depiction of the resurrection of Christ, showcasing the artist's mastery in perspective and use of light.
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