The Apostle Bartholomew
1619
oil
From the collection of Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden
1619
oil
From the collection of Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden
The painting depicts a man with curly, gray hair and a beard, wearing a dark robe with a yellow cloak draped over his left shoulder. He holds a knife in his right hand. The man's facial expression is serious, and his eyes are cast downward. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to focus attention on the subject. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the image. This painting is a great example of the work of artist Anthony van Dyck.
