Saint Francis and Saint Clara 1450 - 1470

This anonymous 15th-century painting, "Saint Francis and Saint Clara," depicts the two saints in a simplified, almost childlike style. Saint Francis, the founder of the Franciscan Order, is depicted holding a bird, while Saint Clara, who founded the Poor Clares, holds a monstrance. The work exemplifies the devotional art of the period, emphasizing the figures' piety and their roles in the Catholic Church. The limited color palette and flat, linear forms reflect the artistic conventions of the time.