The Meeting at the Golden Gate 1306

"The Meeting at the Golden Gate", painted by the Italian artist Giotto in 1306, is a fresco found in the Scrovegni (Arena) Chapel in Padua. This artwork depicts the moment when Joachim and Anna, the parents of the Virgin Mary, are reunited after a period of separation. The scene unfolds within an architectural setting, highlighting the use of perspective and realism that were hallmarks of Giotto's style. The figures are rendered in a naturalistic manner, with expressive gestures and individual features, marking a significant departure from the more stylized Byzantine art that preceded him. "The Meeting at the Golden Gate" is one of the most famous works of the early Renaissance, exemplifying Giotto's impact on the development of Western painting.