The Marriage of St Catherine of Siena 1511

Fra Bartolomeo's "The Marriage of St Catherine of Siena" (1511) is a High Renaissance masterpiece housed in the Louvre, Paris. Depicting the mystical union of Saint Catherine of Siena with Christ, the painting showcases the artist's mastery of form and composition. The scene unfolds with the Virgin Mary and Christ enthroned above, surrounded by angels and other figures. Saint Catherine kneels before Christ, signifying her commitment to her religious vocation. The work's balanced composition and soft, luminous colors reflect the influence of Leonardo da Vinci, while Bartolomeo's signature emphasis on naturalism is evident in the figures' expressive faces and carefully rendered details.