A Dominican Preaching c. 1470

"A Dominican Preaching" (c. 1470) by Florentine painter Agnolo degli Erri (1417-1497) depicts a Dominican monk preaching to a crowd. The composition is set against a backdrop of a city with architectural details that suggest a bustling urban setting. The scene's energy comes from the Dominican's gesticulating hands and the attentive expressions of the crowd. The presence of angels above the scene alludes to the divine authority behind the monk's message. This painting is a testament to Erri's skill in portraying both the human and the spiritual aspects of religious experience.