Canonization of St Francis 1300

Giotto's "Canonization of St Francis" is a fresco painted in 1300 and located in the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi in Italy. The artwork depicts the moment when Pope Nicholas IV declared St. Francis a saint. The scene is filled with figures, with St. Francis’s body lying on the altar and the Pope standing on a platform. The fresco showcases Giotto’s innovative use of perspective and realism. The figures are arranged in a convincing three-dimensional space, and their expressions convey a sense of reverence and awe. This iconic artwork is a significant example of Early Renaissance art.