St Sebastian
1638
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
St Sebastian is a 1638 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This painting shows a woman in a yellow dress leaning against a half-naked man who’s slumped against a tree. The man’s arm is raised, and his face looks tired. Behind them, a rocky landscape stretches out under a soft blue sky with a few clouds. The woman’s dress is bright, while the man’s skin is painted in smooth, light tones. His muscles and posture stand out against the darker background. If you like how light and shadow play here, look up chiaroscuro.
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