Exaltation of the Cross- Heraclius's followers c. 1466

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"Exaltation of the Cross – Heraclius's Followers c. 1466" is a fresco by the Italian Renaissance master Piero della Francesca, which forms part of the larger cycle of frescoes depicting the Legend of the True Cross in the Basilica of San Francesco in Arezzo, Italy. Painted around 1466, this particular scene is one of several that narrate the story of the True Cross, the cross upon which Jesus was crucified, as believed in Christian tradition.

The fresco captures the moment when Emperor Heraclius, after having retrieved the True Cross from the Persians, carries it back to Jerusalem. According to the Golden Legend, a collection of hagiographies which was a source for Piero's cycle, Heraclius initially attempts to enter the city dressed in his opulent attire but is miraculously barred from doing so until he humbles himself. This act of humility is seen as an exaltation of the Cross, emphasizing its spiritual significance over worldly power.

Piero della Francesca is renowned for his mastery of perspective and light, which is evident in this fresco through the carefully constructed architectural setting and the play of shadows and highlights. The figures in the fresco are depicted with a solemn gravity and a sense of geometric solidity, characteristic of Piero's style. The fresco is also noted for its complex symbolism and the use of color to convey the narrative and theological themes.

The "Exaltation of the Cross – Heraclius's Followers" is a significant work within the context of Renaissance art, reflecting the era's religious devotion, interest in classical antiquity, and the emerging grasp of perspective and space in painting. It remains an important example of Piero della Francesca's contribution to the development of Italian Renaissance art and continues to be studied for its artistic and historical significance.

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