Saint Ursula with Angels and Donor (detail) 1455

The detail from Benozzo Gozzoli's 1455 painting "Saint Ursula with Angels and Donor" depicts a kneeling female figure in prayer before the saint, likely a patron commissioning the artwork. The donor's humble posture and simple clothing contrast with the flowing, rich robes of St. Ursula, emphasizing her divine status and the patron's devotion. The detail showcases Gozzoli's mastery of depicting fabric and the intricate patterns of the patterned background, a hallmark of the Early Renaissance style.