Allegory of March – Triumph of Minerva and Sign of Aries. Frescos in Palazzo Schifanoia (detail) 1470

This fresco, a detail from a larger cycle in the Palazzo Schifanoia, was painted by Francesco del Cossa in the 1470s and depicts the allegory of March. This fresco represents the zodiac sign of Aries, symbolized by a ram, and the goddess Minerva, both associated with the month of March. The image highlights the influence of classical mythology on Renaissance art. The vibrant colors and detailed figures are characteristic of the early Renaissance style, emphasizing naturalistic representation and depth.