St. Sebastian and John the Baptist 1462

"St. Sebastian and John the Baptist", painted in 1462 by Piero della Francesca, is a masterpiece of early Renaissance art. Depicted in the painting are the two saints, St. Sebastian on the left pierced by arrows, and John the Baptist on the right, holding a staff. The work exemplifies della Francesca's mastery of perspective and use of light, creating a sense of serene calm despite the dramatic subject matter. The figures are rendered with precise detail, their postures and expressions conveying a sense of quiet dignity and serenity. This piece can be found at the Museo Civico di Sansepolcro in Sansepolcro, Italy.