Patron Saints of Bologna c. 1515 - 1520

Jacopo Francia's "Patron Saints of Bologna" (c. 1515-1520) is an engraving depicting the patron saints of Bologna, Italy. The image showcases a procession of figures: a bishop, a female saint, and two male saints. Each figure is identifiable by their attributes: the bishop holds a model of the city of Bologna and a crosier, the female saint carries a panel depicting the Madonna and Child, and one of the male saints holds a sword and a flag. The other male saint is identifiable by his characteristic cross. The composition is rendered with fine detail, emphasizing the figures' gestures and the dramatic landscape, typical of High Renaissance engravings.