Tobias and the Fish 1465

"Tobias and the Fish" is a fresco painted in 1465 by Benozzo Gozzoli, depicting a scene from the biblical Book of Tobit. The painting shows the young Tobias, guided by the angel Raphael, catching a fish in a river. The fish is a significant element in the story as its liver is used to cure Tobit's blindness. Gozzoli's fresco is notable for its vibrant colors, detailed landscape, and the emotive expressions of the figures. The scene is set against a backdrop of a winding river and distant mountains, with the angel's wings providing a sense of spiritual transcendence. This fresco is a testament to Gozzoli's skill as a painter and his ability to capture the essence of a biblical narrative.