The Charity of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary c. 1895

"The Charity of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary" is an oil painting created by Edmund Blair Leighton in c. 1895. It portrays Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, a 13th-century Hungarian princess known for her charitable works, giving bread to the poor. Leighton's painting exemplifies the Pre-Raphaelite style with its emphasis on detailed realism and meticulous attention to detail. The figures are depicted with emotion, conveying a sense of compassion and piety. The composition highlights the contrast between Saint Elizabeth's royal attire and the poverty of the recipients, emphasizing the act of charity as a moral duty.