Allegoryof March–Triumphof Minervaand Signof Aries.Frescosin Palazzo Schifanoia(detail)
c. 1470 Palazzo Schifanoia, Ferrara
About this artwork
This fresco depicts a complex allegorical scene dedicated to the month of March, featuring the Triumph of Minerva, astrological symbols, and courtly activities. It is part of the extensive cycle of frescoes adorning the Salone dei Mesi (Hall of the Months) in the Palazzo Schifanoia.
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The frescoes in the Salone dei Mesi at Palazzo Schifanoia are celebrated for their sophisticated blend of classical mythology, astrological symbolism, and vivid portrayals of daily life at the Este court in Ferrara. This particular panel for March masterfully combines the allegorical triumph of Minerva with lively scenes of hunting and various courtly pursuits, offering a unique glimpse into the cultural and intellectual world of the Renaissance patrons who commissioned it.
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Allegoryof March–Triumphof Minervaand Signof Aries.Frescosin Palazzo Schifanoia(detail)
Francesco del Cossa, c. 1470
