Saint Margaret
1460
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1460
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The painting shows a woman with curly hair and a halo, wearing a dress and holding a staff. She is surrounded by a pattern of flowers and dots. The woman's face is serene, and her eyes are cast downward. The background is dark, which makes the woman stand out. This painting is reminiscent of the Renaissance movement, which emphasized realism and detail. To learn more about this style, look up the Renaissance.