Paintings of the Months in Palazzo Schifanoia, Renaissance fresco cycle in Palazzo Schifanoia, Ferrara, Italy
The Hall of the Months contains frescoes divided into three horizontal bands depicting gods, zodiac signs, and daily life across twelve sections.
The Este family commissioned these frescoes between 1469 and 1470, employing artists from the school of Ferrarese court painter Cosimo Tura.
Each section represents one month through a combination of mythological narratives, astrological symbols, and illustrations of 15th-century Ferrara society.
Visitors can view seven preserved sections of the original twelve-month cycle, spanning from March through September in the palace museum.
The lower band of frescoes displays Duke Borso d'Este participating in various activities alongside citizens, demonstrating the connection between ruler and subjects.
Location: Ferrara
Creator: School of Ferrara
GPS coordinates: 44.83040,11.62920
Latest update: March 6, 2025 17:15
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