Artwork
St Stephan
St Stephan is an unspecified painting by the Sienese School artist Andrea di Bartolo. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
St Stephan is a painting by Andrea di Bartolo, dated to 1399, and is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a saint standing against a gold background, wearing a long robe with intricate gold trim and holding a red book. The figure's serene expression conveys a sense of reverence and devotion, underscoring their holy status.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of gold and red creates a luxurious atmosphere, emphasizing the figure's importance. The gold background features an ornate pattern of interlocking circles and shapes, characteristic of a style that values opulence and detail.
Artist & collection
![Christ on the Cross [reverse], by Andrea di Bartolo](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/andrea-di-bartolo--christ-on-the-cross-reverse--6bfe980f802a6327-w320.webp)
Christ on the Cross [reverse]
The Crucifixion
The Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple![Madonna of Humility, The Blessing Christ, Two Angels, and a Donor [obverse], by Andrea di Bartolo](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/andrea-di-bartolo--madonna-of-humility-the-blessing-christ-two-angels-and-a-don--d37c382429905539-w320.webp)
Madonna of Humility, The Blessing Christ, Two Angels, and a Donor [obverse]
Joachim and Anna Giving Food to the Poor and Offerings to the Temple
The Nativity of the Virgin
Madonna and Child
Saint Galgano Inviting the People to Adore the Cross
