Descent into Hell (Fragment) 1311

"Descent into Hell (Fragment)" is a 1311 tempera on panel painting by the Italian artist Duccio di Buoninsegna. This detail from a larger work depicts a multitude of figures, all rendered with meticulous attention to detail, their faces expressive and their garments richly colored. The scene, likely from the Last Judgement, demonstrates Duccio's mastery of depicting human emotion and the solemnity of religious themes, showcasing the artistic innovation of the early 14th-century Sienese School.