The Burial of the Virgin and the Reception of Her Soul in Heaven
- Artist
- Fra Angelico
- Date
- 1434 - 1435
- Style
- Early renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Philadelphia Museum of Art
"The Burial of the Virgin and the Reception of Her Soul in Heaven" is a compelling religious painting from the Early renaissance period, crafted with tempera on a panel. It vividly depicts the solemn burial of the Virgin Mary alongside the joyous ascent of her soul into Heaven, illustrating the Christian belief in resurrection and eternal life. The scene emphasizes themes of faith, salvation, and afterlife, resonating with the core messages of the resurrection of Jesus as the firstborn from the dead. The composition combines realistic figures and spiritual symbolism, characteristic of early renaissance artistry.
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