ROSSELLINO, Antonio
(b. 1427, Settignano, d. 1479, Firenze)

Tomb of the Cardinal of Portugal (detail)

1461-66
White and coloured marble
San Miniato al Monte, Florence

The background is red marble that was once covered with gilded designs to resemble a brocaded cloth of honour. Against this background two angels seem to fly in, holding a circular marble wreath. Here, against a ground of blue with gold stars, the Virgin and Child bless the cardinal.