BOTTICELLI, Sandro
(b. 1445, Firenze, d. 1510, Firenze)

Three Temptations of Christ (detail)

1481-82
Fresco
Cappella Sistina, Vatican

The fresco represents Christ's threefold temptation by the Devil. In the centre, we see Christ and the Devil standing on a temple, with the Devil attempting to persuade Christ to cast himself down.