San Marino Stamps year 1969 Art – Frescoes in Siena

San Marino Stamps year 1969 Art – Frescoes in Siena MNH**

Siena is home to some of the most remarkable frescoes in Italy, created by master artists from the Gothic and Renaissance periods. Here are some of the most famous fresco cycles in Siena:

1. Ambrogio Lorenzetti – “Allegory of Good and Bad Government” (1338–1339)

• Location: Palazzo Pubblico, Sala dei Nove
• This fresco cycle is one of the earliest examples of secular political art, depicting the effects of good and bad governance in the city and countryside. It remains one of the most studied frescoes in art history.

2. Simone Martini – “Maestà” (1315, modified 1321)

• Location: Palazzo Pubblico, Sala del Mappamondo
• A stunning fresco of the enthroned Virgin Mary surrounded by angels and saints, demonstrating Martini’s refined Gothic style and delicate use of color.

3. Pinturicchio – Frescoes in the Piccolomini Library (1502–1507)

• Location: Siena Cathedral (Duomo)
• These vibrant frescoes illustrate the life of Pope Pius II, featuring detailed Renaissance storytelling and rich decorative elements.

4. Duccio di Buoninsegna – Frescoes (Lost, but Influential Works)

• Duccio, Siena’s greatest Gothic painter, was believed to have created frescoes, though most have been lost. His influence can still be seen in the fresco traditions of Siena.

5. Vecchietta and Benvenuto di Giovanni – Baptistery of San Giovanni (1447–1450s)

• Location: Siena Baptistery
• These frescoes depict religious scenes, including Christ’s baptism and other biblical episodes, in a vivid and detailed style.