Milano, Giovanni da (Italian, documented 1346-69) The Italian artists

The composition presents a central figure, presumably male, positioned in a frontal and symmetrical arrangement within a pointed architectural niche. He is depicted with a beard and long hair, his torso bare and marked by what appear to be wounds or scars. The body leans slightly forward, conveying a sense of vulnerability and exposure.
Flanking this central figure are two additional individuals. To the left stands a person in dark robes, their face turned towards the central figure in an expression that suggests grief or reverence. Their hand is extended, reaching out to touch the exposed torso. On the right, another individual with long, flowing hair and wearing reddish-orange garments leans into the central figure, also displaying an emotive gesture of contact. Above these figures, within a smaller circular niche, appears a face looking downwards, seemingly observing the scene below.
The color palette is restrained, dominated by dark tones in the robes and background, contrasted with the lighter flesh tones of the figures. The gold halo surrounding the central figure and the head above him draws attention to their significance.
A sense of intimacy pervades the work; the close proximity of the figures and the tactile nature of their gestures suggest a deeply personal encounter. The architectural niche framing the scene creates a sense of enclosure, isolating the moment from the outside world. This arrangement could be interpreted as representing a devotional act, perhaps a lamentation or contemplation of suffering. The wounds on the central figure’s body imply sacrifice and pain, while the expressions of the flanking figures convey empathy and sorrow. The overall effect is one of solemnity and profound emotional weight.