The Incredulity of Saint Thomas
1592
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This painting shows a shirtless man with a calm face holding his side, standing in front of a dark background. Around him, three people in robes—one kneeling, one standing—watch him closely. The colors are mostly deep reds, browns, and shadows, with a hint of gold in the drapery. Notice how the light hits the man’s body, making his muscles and wounds stand out sharply against the dark. This is a trick artists use to draw attention to certain parts. If you like this, look up chiaroscuro to see how artists use light and shadow.
