Stories of the life of S. Benedict, Medieval fresco series in San Miniato al Monte, Florence, Italy.
The fresco cycle presents multiple narrative scenes depicting events from Saint Benedict's life through detailed figures and architectural backgrounds in bright colors.
Spinello Aretino created these frescoes between 1387 and 1388 after fleeing from Arezzo when the city fell under military siege.
The paintings demonstrate the transition between Gothic and Renaissance styles, combining Giotto's compositional methods with decorative elements from Sienese art traditions.
The frescoes remain visible in the sacristy of San Miniato al Monte church, reached by climbing steps to one of Florence's highest points.
The artist incorporated specific architectural elements of San Miniato al Monte into the background scenes, connecting the narrative directly to its physical location.
Creator: Spinello Aretino
GPS coordinates: 43.76130,11.26540
Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:30
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