The Trinity

Date1450/1475

Modern PlaceFlorence, Italy, Southern Europe, Europe

MediumGold leaf and tempera on panel

Dimensions34 1/2 inches × 65 inches (87.63 × 165.1 cm)

ClassificationsPaintings

Credit LineCity of Detroit Purchase

Object number25.145

DescriptionPainting depicts the Holy Trinity (the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost), all floating in the sky. Christ crucified is in the foreground, the Holy Ghost in the form of a dove is above his head. The Father sits enthroned behind Christ and the Holy Ghost, His right hand raised in benediction, left hand at Christ's side. Small dark clouds below and to the sides of the Father.

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