Lateral Panel 1360

Giovanni da Milano crafted this lateral panel using tempera on wood, presenting us with a composition that merges the earthly and the divine. The painting's structure is defined by a clear hierarchy, with the saints arranged in tiers. The figures in the foreground, draped in rich blues and reds, command our immediate attention through their larger scale and detailed rendering. Above them, a chorus of halos creates a visual rhythm, each circle a signifier of sanctity. The artist's decision to position these figures in a stacked formation plays with perspective. Instead of creating deep illusionistic space, he emphasizes a flattened plane where the sacred figures seem to press forward. This choice reflects a semiotic system where space is not merely a void but a field of meaning, each layer contributing to the overall message of spiritual presence. The gold background flattens the space. This creates an ethereal and timeless quality, inviting ongoing interpretation within its visual and cultural context.