Procession of the Magi (detail) 1461

This detail from Benozzo Gozzoli's fresco "Procession of the Magi" (1461) exemplifies the artist's meticulous attention to detail and the vibrant realism of Early Renaissance art. Gozzoli, known for his ability to capture individual personalities, depicts a diverse group of figures in the procession, their faces a study in human expression. The detail showcases the intricate textiles and headwear, each a unique piece of the grand spectacle that Gozzoli masterfully rendered. The fresco, located in the Chapel of the Magi in the Medici Palace, celebrates the lavishness and power of the Medici family, with its realistic depiction of a historical event imbued with symbolic meaning.