T he figure is strictly limited by a black line. B ody length is nine times the head length or three times the chest length. This lengthening of the body underlines spirituality. Face length is three times nose length. T he systematic adoption of dimensions which are multiples of three, has a direct relation to the Holy Trinity.
Eyes are big and expressive, hands are long and delicate.
C olors, natural elements, animals, plants, all show symbolism. For instance, palms represent martyrdom, and grapevines represent the Eucharist. A ll these elements allow for the recognition of scenes within a representation system which is more concerned about the value of elements than about reality and resemblances. This explains why, even if they are evidently related, they show clear differences. Particularly, the last one is more natural.