Saint Margaret of Antioch
Neri di Bicci
"Saint Margaret of Antioch," painted by Neri di Bicci in the mid-15th century, exemplifies the artist's adherence to the Florentine tradition and his focus on devotional imagery. The work reflects the veneration of Saint Margaret, a popular saint in medieval Christianity, and showcases di Bicci's skill in narrative composition and use of color, contributing to the broader context of Renaissance art in Tuscany.
"Saint Margaret of Antioch," painted by Neri di Bicci in the 15th century, features the saint depicted in a vertical format, characterized by her traditional attributes, including a dragon at her feet and a cross in her right hand. The composition is marked by a harmonious color palette, with rich reds and golds, and the meticulous attention to detail in the drapery and facial expression exemplifies di Bicci's skill in rendering both narrative and devotional elements.