Presentation in the Temple (cell 10)
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walwyn Thu, 05/08/2025 - 11:35

This fresco (1438-1443) by Fra Angelico 1438-1443) depicting the Presentation in the Temple is in cell 10 of the San Marco monastery in Florence. Mary and Joseph are to the left, Simeon holding the child. St Peter the Martyr is the kneeling figure, whoever, the female figure on the right is unidentified. The half domed niche in the background provides adding depth to the composition.