Claudia Quinta c. 1490 - 1495

Neroccio de' Landi’s *Claudia Quinta* (c. 1490 - 1495) depicts the Roman matron, Claudia Quinta, holding a miniature ship, a reference to her legendary role in saving Rome from famine. The painting's setting is a landscape with a river and buildings in the background, suggesting a moment of triumph. The subject is dressed in a vibrant red gown and stands upon a pedestal adorned with putti, a common motif in Renaissance art. This work exemplifies the transition from Early to High Renaissance style with its focus on naturalism, balanced composition and detailed rendering.