Saint Bernardino of Siena Preaching 

This painting, attributed to the Florentine artist Lo Scheggia, depicts Saint Bernardino of Siena preaching to a crowd of people. The central figure of Saint Bernardino, dressed in the brown habit of the Franciscan Order, stands on a raised platform and holds a sun-shaped monstrance. This iconic object represents the Holy Eucharist, a central tenet of the Catholic faith. The scene, set against a backdrop of a building with an arched entrance, showcases Scheggia's skill in rendering figures and capturing the solemnity of the occasion. Saint Bernardino, a prominent preacher and reformer, is renowned for his passionate sermons. The artist's portrayal of this figure highlights the power and impact of his preaching, inspiring devotion and reflection in the attentive audience.