GHIRLANDAIO, Domenico
(b. 1449, Firenze, d. 1494, Firenze)

Visitation (detail)

1486-90
Fresco
Cappella Tornabuoni, Santa Maria Novella, Florence

The detail shows the measured and affectionate embrace between the two women, a demonstration of mutual respect. A pair of women behind them are Elisabeth's companions.

Giovanna degli Albizzi is the third figure from right.