The artwork “Finding of the True Cross,” created by Piero della Francesca in 1464, is a fresco on a wall measuring 356 x 747 cm. This piece belongs to the Early Renaissance art movement and is a religious painting. It is part of the series “The Legend of the True Cross” and is located in the Basilica of San Francesco in Arezzo, Italy.
The fresco depicts a pivotal moment in Christian tradition, the discovery of the True Cross by Saint Helena, the mother of Emperor Constantine. The composition is filled with figures dressed in period attire, engaging in the scene with a sense of reverence and solemnity. The backdrop is a finely detailed depiction of an architectural setting, suggesting the historical and sacred significance of the event. The artwork masterfully combines narrative clarity with the aesthetic principles of the Early Renaissance, showcasing Piero della Francesca’s skill in creating harmonious compositions and his meticulous attention to perspective and spatial organization.
