GADDI, Agnolo
(active 1369-96 in Florence)

Dream of Emperor Heraclius

1385-87
Fresco
Chancel Chapel, Santa Croce, Florence

Emperor Heraclius lies outstretched on his bed in a tent and looks toward the angel, floating above him, who forecast his victory. The combat Chosroës's son, from which Heraclius emerged victorious, is shown to the right of the tent.




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