April. Frescos in Palazzo Schifanoia (detail) 1470

"April", a fresco detail from Francesco del Cossa's cycle in the Palazzo Schifanoia (c. 1470), showcases the artist's masterful use of color and detail. The figures, rendered with realistic precision, are depicted in elaborate Renaissance-era clothing, reflecting the opulence of the court of Borso d'Este. This fresco cycle, known as the "Months", depicts scenes from classical mythology and the cycle of the year, likely intended as a celebration of the ruling family and their patronage of the arts.