Announcement of Death to St. Fina
- Artist
- Domenico Ghirlandaio
- Date
- 1473 - 1475
- Style
- Early renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
"Announcement of Death to St. Fina" is a compelling religious painting from the Early renaissance period, crafted with vibrant tempera paints. The panel depicts the poignant moment when Saint Fina learns of her impending death, a significant event in her life as a Christian virgin who suffered a paralytic illness. The artist masterfully captures her serenity and faith amidst her suffering, emphasizing her spiritual devotion. The composition reflects the emerging naturalism of the period, illustrating a profound moment that highlights her sainthood and divine connection.
Related artworks
- Untitled by Sohrab Sepehri
- Heraclitus and Democritus. Left Panel by Luca Giordano
- Two Studies of a Kneeling Youth by Adolf Hirémy-Hirschl
- Auld Wat of Harden by Tom Scott
- Untitled by Tiberiy Szilvashi
- Cat by Corneille
- Untitled by Tiberiy Szilvashi
- Untitled by Tiberiy Szilvashi
- Untitled by Tiberiy Szilvashi
- Annunciation by Domenico Ghirlandaio