Funeral of St. Augustine

Funeral of St. Augustine by Benozzo Gozzoli
Artist
Benozzo Gozzoli
Date
1464 - 1465
Style
Early renaissance
Genre
Religious painting
Location
Sant'Agostino Church
The "Funeral of St. Augustine" is a remarkable fresco housed within the Collegiata di Santa Maria Assunta in San Gimignano, Tuscany. This religious painting vividly depicts the solemn funeral procession of St. Augustine, highlighting the spiritual significance of the saint’s life. Created during the Early renaissance period, the artwork exemplifies the masterful techniques and spiritual intensity characteristic of that era. The fresco contributes to the church’s renowned collection of Renaissance masterpieces, all set within a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its outstanding beauty.

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