Baptism of the Neophytes 1427

Masaccio's "Baptism of the Neophytes" (1427), found in Florence's Santa Maria del Carmine, depicts the biblical scene of John the Baptist baptizing converts. Masaccio, an early Renaissance painter, is renowned for his realistic portrayal of human figures and his masterful use of perspective. The fresco showcases this, with the figures rendered in a naturalistic style and the landscape receding into the distance, creating a sense of depth. This painting, completed just a year before his untimely death, exemplifies Masaccio's groundbreaking approach to painting, influencing generations of artists to come.