A Miracle of Saint Benedict c. 1480

"A Miracle of Saint Benedict" is an anonymous painting from c. 1480, depicting a scene of Saint Benedict performing a miracle. This piece, showcasing an early Northern Renaissance style, portrays Saint Benedict on the left, seated in an interior space, holding a book, with a second monk on the right, reaching into a body of water to rescue another monk who is seemingly drowning. The painting is full of symbolism, emphasizing the piety and power of the saint and the importance of faith. It likely served as a devotional piece for a private patron or a religious institution.