**”Christ in Limbo”** by Fra Angelico, created between 1441 and 1442, is an Early Renaissance fresco located in the Basilica di San Marco in Florence, Italy. The artwork, measuring 183 x 166 cm, depicts a religious scene where Christ is shown in the act of liberating the souls kept in limbo.
In the artwork, Christ, characterized by his radiant halo and flowing white garment, reaches out to Adam, who is at the forefront of the group of freed souls. The setting is a rocky cavern, emphasizing the concept of limbo, with an open grave visible at Christ’s feet. To the left, a demon is depicted retreating, symbolizing the triumph of Christ over evil. The figures’ expressions and postures are rendered with a gentle yet profound expressiveness typical of Fra Angelico’s style, embodying both spiritual fervor and serenity. The fresco’s harmonious composition and subdued color palette exemplify the distinctive traits of the Early Renaissance period and Fra Angelico’s mastery in illustrating divine themes.
