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St. John the Baptist, by Unknown, 1350

St. John the Baptist

Unknown

1350

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

St. John the Baptist is a 1350 by Unknown, depicting John the Baptist, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1350
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

The painting features a man with long, wavy hair and a beard, dressed in a purple robe. He holds a scroll in his left hand and points upwards with his right hand. The man is positioned in front of a circular, ornate design that resembles a halo. The man's attire and the circular design behind him suggest a religious theme. The scroll he holds may contain a message or scripture. This painting is reminiscent of works by artists who depicted religious figures in a similar style. To learn more about this style, explore the works of artists who specialized in religious art, such as those who created images of John the Baptist.

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