The Meeting of Anne and Joachin at the Golden Gate (detail) 1514

This detail from Domenico Beccafumi's "The Meeting of Anne and Joachin at the Golden Gate" (c. 1514) depicts a dog lying down, its head tilted slightly to the right. The image, featuring a realistic depiction of the animal, is likely a testament to Beccafumi's mastery of detail and his ability to capture the nuances of the natural world in his artwork. The piece reflects a key characteristic of the High Renaissance era in Italy, where artists like Beccafumi sought to emulate the world around them through precise representation and nuanced detail.