The artwork, titled “Annalena Altarpiece,” was created by Fra Angelico around the year 1435. It belongs to the Early Renaissance art movement and is a religious painting. The altarpiece is located in the Basilica di San Marco in Florence, Italy.
The artwork depicts the Virgin Mary seated on a throne, with the Christ Child on her lap. Surrounding them are a group of saints, each distinguished by their traditional attributes and halos, signifying their sanctity. The background features decorative gold elements and an intricate architectural setting. Below the main panel, a predella consists of several smaller scenes, each depicting various episodes from religious stories. The use of vivid colors, meticulous attention to detail, and harmonious composition exemplifies Fra Angelico’s style and the religious fervor of the Early Renaissance period. The altarpiece serves not only as a piece of devotional art but also as an exemplar of the artistic advancements of its time.
