Tomb of Ilaria del Carretto

The first certain masterpiece of the singular Sienese master, documented to 1406-07. The very simple scheme concentrates all interest on the delicate, most tender image of the “gisante”. The melodious fluidity of the linear cadences, the calm breadth of the rhythm that unfolds from the careful drapery of the garments culminate in the cherished idealisation of the wonderful face.