Madonna with Angels and Saints (Maestà) 1335

This monumental painting by the Sienese artist Ambrogio Lorenzetti, "Madonna with Angels and Saints" (Maestà), completed in 1335, is a quintessential example of Italian Gothic painting. The central figure is the Virgin Mary, seated on a throne, with the Christ child on her lap. Surrounding them are a multitude of angels and saints, each depicted in a unique pose and with individual features, creating a scene of divine majesty and celestial harmony. The elaborate gold background emphasizes the sacred nature of the subject and further contributes to the overall sense of grandeur.