The School of Tagaste 1465

Benozzo Gozzoli created this fresco of the School of Tagaste in the Church of Sant'Agostino in San Gimignano. The artwork shows a tableau vivant of children entering school. Gozzoli masterfully uses architectural elements to frame and structure the composition, creating an ordered space. The repetition of arches and columns in the buildings provides a rhythmic quality, guiding our eyes across the surface. The linear perspective, although not entirely accurate, creates a sense of depth, drawing us into the scene. The characters are arranged in a frieze-like manner. Each figure is carefully delineated, with attention to detail in their garments and expressions. The use of color is also notable, with a delicate palette that creates a sense of harmony and balance. By orchestrating these visual components, Gozzoli invites viewers to engage with the cultural and intellectual values that underpinned the revival of classical learning during the Renaissance. It's a space that invites ongoing observation.