Christ Among the Doctors 1320

Giotto's "Christ Among the Doctors" (c. 1320) is a fresco located in the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi in Italy. It depicts the biblical story of the young Jesus engaging in a theological debate with learned men in the Temple of Jerusalem. Giotto's use of realistic figures and spatial depth, a departure from the flat, stylized forms of earlier art, ushered in a new era of naturalism in painting, influencing artists for centuries. The fresco's dynamic composition and expressive faces enhance its narrative impact, making it a powerful testament to Giotto's artistic genius.