Who painted Saint Christopher?

Saint Christopher was painted by Andrea Mantegna in 1500.

Where can I see Saint Christopher?

Saint Christopher is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Saint Christopher?

Saint Christopher is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Saint Christopher

Andrea Mantegna , 1500

Saint Christopher is a drawing by the Renaissance artist Andrea Mantegna. It dates from 1500 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1956.39
Credit line: Dudley P. Allen Fund

About this work

Overview

This drawing, created around 1500, depicts Saint Christopher, a revered figure in Christian tradition. Attributed to Andrea Mantegna, it exemplifies the artist's skill in rendering form and space.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing shows Saint Christopher carrying the Christ child on his shoulders, staff in hand, with a shield at his belt. The intimate gesture between the figures conveys a sense of quiet connection, underscoring the saint's role as a protector and guardian.

Technique & Style

Mantegna's characteristic use of sharp lines and metallic tones is evident in the drawing. The figures are rendered with a sculptural quality, standing out against a simple background that includes a rocky shoreline and a pale blue sky.

Artist & collection

Artist

Andrea Mantegna

Andrea Mantegna (UK: US:; Italian:; c. 1431 – September 13, 1506) was an Italian Renaissance painter, a student of Roman archaeology, and the son-in-law of Jacopo Bellini. Like other artists of the time, Mantegna…