Assumption of the Virgin with Saints Peter Chrysologus, and Cassian 1584

Lavinia Fontana's "Assumption of the Virgin with Saints Peter Chrysologus, and Cassian" (1584) depicts the moment when the Virgin Mary ascends to heaven. Surrounded by angels and other holy figures, Mary, dressed in a dark blue robe, is lifted towards a golden light, representing her divine ascension. Two saints, Peter Chrysologus and Cassian, are depicted in the foreground, looking up at Mary. Fontana, a prolific artist of the late Renaissance period, specialized in religious scenes and portraits. Her skillful use of color and light creates a sense of awe and reverence, reflecting the religious beliefs of her time.