Stigmata of Saint Francis
1240
tempera
From the collection of Uffizi Gallery
1240
tempera
From the collection of Uffizi Gallery
This painting depicts a man in a dark robe, kneeling on a rocky surface. He has his hands raised, and his face is tilted upwards. A yellow halo surrounds his head. Above him, a bird-like figure with outstretched wings is visible. The background features a building with a pointed roof and a tree to the left. The man's dark robe and the rocky surface beneath him create a sense of simplicity and humility. The yellow halo around his head adds a touch of warmth and light to the scene. The painting's use of tempera as a medium suggests a level of detail and texture that is characteristic of this technique. To learn more about the artist who created this work, look up Master of the Cross 434.