“Mystic Wheel (The Vision of Ezekiel)” is an artwork by Fra Angelico, created between 1451 and 1452. This Early Renaissance artwork, rendered using tempera on a panel, measures 39 x 39 cm. The painting is part of the “Paintings for the Armadio degli Argenti” series and is currently housed in the Basilica di San Marco in Florence, Italy. The artwork belongs to the religious painting genre.
The artwork depicts a mystical vision, centered around a wheel, an element often associated with Ezekiel’s vision from the Old Testament. The wheel is divided into sections, each featuring various figures, likely representing prophets or other significant biblical characters. The names of these figures are inscribed in Latin around the wheel. Surrounding the wheel are additional figures, each holding open books, adding to the theological depth of the painting. The use of rich colors and meticulous detailing exemplifies Fra Angelico’s mastery and offers a profound meditation on divine vision and prophecy.
