# 7a. Finding of the True Cross \(detail\)

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## Artwork

- Artist: [PIERO della FRANCESCA](<https://beta.wga.hu/artists/piero-della-francesca-rbce83e1615e0dd>)
- Date: 1451-1500
- Technique: Fresco

## Commentary

PIERO DELLA FRANCESCA \(b. 1416, Borgo San Sepolcro, d. 1492, Borgo San Sepolcro\) 7a. Finding of the True Cross \(detail\) 1452-66 Fresco San Francesco, Arezzo At the end of the hills, bathed in a soft afternoon light, Piero has depicted the city of Jerusalem. It is in fact one of the most unforgettable views of Arezzo, enclosed by its walls, and embellished by its varied coloured buildings, from stone grey to brick red.

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## Attribution

[Web Gallery of Art](<https://beta.wga.hu/pages/about>)