St. Anthony Resurrects a Child 1460
pierodellafrancesca
National Gallery of Umbria (Palazzo dei Priori), Perugia, Italy
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gouache
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acrylic
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painted
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possibly oil pastel
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oil painting
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acrylic on canvas
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underpainting
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christianity
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painting painterly
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
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christ
"St. Anthony Resurrects a Child" is a 1460 painting by Italian Renaissance artist Piero della Francesca, now on display at the National Gallery of Umbria in Perugia, Italy. The artwork portrays a scene from the life of Saint Anthony of Padua, known for his miracles, including the resurrection of a child. The painting's composition emphasizes the figures in the scene, rendered with Della Francesca's signature geometric clarity, and features the distinct perspective of the Early Renaissance style. It illustrates the Saint's ability to perform miracles, highlighting his devotion and importance as a religious figure in the 15th century.
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