Crucifixion with the Virgin and Sts. Cosmas, John the Evangelist and Peter Martyr

Crucifixion with the Virgin and Sts. Cosmas, John the Evangelist and Peter Martyr by Fra Angelico
Artist
Fra Angelico
Date
1441 - 1442
Style
Early renaissance
Genre
Religious painting
Location
Basilica di San Marco
"Crucifixion with the Virgin and Sts. Cosmas, John the Evangelist and Peter Martyr" is a compelling example of religious painting from the Early renaissance. Created by an artist committed to Catholic themes, the work depicts Christ’s crucifixion, a central motif in Christian art, accompanied by revered saints. Likely envisioned for a church setting, it might have been executed as a fresco or panel painting to inspire devotion among viewers. The composition possibly integrates figures on a Wall or within a sacred space, emphasizing the divine sacrifice and the saints' intercessory roles vital to Catholic devotion.

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