Boccacio, links, is getuige van het neersteken van een koning c. 1470

This miniature, titled "Boccacio, links, is getuige van het neersteken van een koning" ("Boccaccio, on the left, witnesses the stabbing of a king"), is a depiction of the assassination of a king, likely based on a story by Boccaccio. The anonymous artist skillfully conveys the tension of the scene using vivid colors and detailed figures. The miniature, painted around 1470, measures just 104 mm by 78 mm, demonstrating the intricate detail possible in miniature painting. This artwork is a testament to the artistic mastery of the early Dutch Renaissance and offers a glimpse into the historical fascination with historical events and literary works.