“Joachim’s Sacrificial Offering” is a fresco created by the artist Giotto around 1304 to 1306. It embodies the Proto Renaissance art movement and is part of the “Scenes from the Life of Joachim” series. This religious painting measures 200 by 185 centimeters and is located in the Scrovegni (Arena) Chapel in Padua, Italy.
The artwork portrays a significant religious moment, where Joachim, depicted with a halo, presents a sacrificial offering. He is kneeling before an altar with a burning offering, while animals graze in the foreground. To the right, an angel, also with a halo, gestures towards Joachim, symbolizing divine communication or approval. A figure standing in prayer is visible in the background. The fresco is rich in religious symbolism and is set against a deep blue sky, capturing the essence of the Proto Renaissance period with its emphasis on naturalism and emotional expression.
