This image depicts a diptych portrait of Federico da Montefeltro, Duke of Urbino, and his wife Battista Sforza, painted by Piero della Francesca around 1472. The portraits, rendered in profile, showcase the Renaissance interest in humanism and classical forms. The detailed depictions of their features and clothing provide insights into the aristocratic society of the time. The background landscapes represent the territories ruled by Federico, reinforcing the couple's power and status.
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