“St. Dominic Burning Heretical Writings” is a fresco created by Domenico Ghirlandaio between 1486 and 1490 during the Early Renaissance period. This religious painting is located in Santa Maria Novella in Florence, Italy.
The artwork depicts a historical scene where St. Dominic is engaged in the act of burning heretical writings. The fresco is characterized by its detailed representation of both the figures and the surroundings, emphasizing the religious and doctrinal fervor of the time. St. Dominic is centrally positioned, surrounded by a group of observers who bear witness to the destruction of the texts. The composition is imbued with a sense of solemnity and gravity, reflecting the seriousness of the act and its theological implications. Ghirlandaio’s meticulous fresco technique brings a sense of realism to the scene, underscoring the artist’s prominence in the Early Renaissance movement. The architectural elements and the decorative patterns in the background further enhance the historical context of the scene.
