St. Fina

St. Fina by Benozzo Gozzoli
Artist
Benozzo Gozzoli
Date
1464 - 1465
Style
Early renaissance
Genre
Religious painting
Location
Sant'Agostino Church
The painting titled 'St. Fina' captures the poignant devotion of the young Italian saint, known for her dedication despite suffering from a paralytic illness. As a religious painting, it likely depicts her peaceful serenity on a wooden pallet bed, reflecting her life of faith and suffering in San Gimignano. Created in the Early renaissance period, the artwork may be realized as a fresco or similar medium, emphasizing spiritual vision and divine presence. Fina's story, including her vision of Saint Gregory the Great predicting her death, embodies the era's focus on religious inspiration and saintly piety.

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