Allegory of March – Triumph of Minerva and Sign of Aries. Frescos in Palazzo Schifanoia (detail) 1470

This detail from Francesco del Cossa's *Allegory of March – Triumph of Minerva and Sign of Aries* fresco cycle, painted around 1470, depicts a scene of a lively horseback battle. The vibrant colors and realistic details showcase the artist's mastery of Early Renaissance style. The painting, part of a larger cycle depicting the months of the year, showcases the power and influence of the Roman goddess Minerva, representing wisdom and war, and the influence of the zodiac sign Aries, symbolic of new beginnings and strength. This detail highlights the dramatic action and the influence of classical mythology and astrology on early Renaissance art.