Prophets

Four monumental biblical figures are arranged in pairs flanking a central arched window. On the left, Habakkuk and Jonah consult with an angel, while on the right, King David and Daniel display scrolls under the guidance of another celestial messenger. The figures are draped in heavy, vibrant robes and set against a classical architectural backdrop.

Commissioned for the Chigi Chapel, this work reflects the Renaissance Neoplatonic concept of 'Prisca Theologia,' which sought to harmonize ancient pagan wisdom with Christian revelation. These prophets serve as the scriptural counterpart to the Sibyls located below them, illustrating the unified progression of divine truth through history.