Stories of St. Stephen and St. John the Baptist, Renaissance fresco cycle in Prato Cathedral, Italy.
The Cappella Maggiore walls display detailed scenes from the lives of Saint Stephen and Saint John the Baptist through different episodes of their existence.
Fra Filippo Lippi painted this set of frescoes between 1452 and 1465, after Fra Angelico declined the commission due to other commitments.
The frescoes represent multiple religious narratives, including the stoning of Saint Stephen and the feast of Herod depicting John the Baptist's execution.
The cathedral opens its doors for visitors to examine the frescoes in the main chapel, with natural light illuminating the detailed Renaissance artwork.
During the creation of these frescoes, Lippi met Lucrezia Buti at the Prato convent, leading to their marriage and departure from religious orders.
Inception: 1452
Creator: Filippo Lippi, Filippo Lippi
GPS coordinates: 43.88180,11.09830
Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:44
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