Young Saint John the Baptist with ram
1602
oil
From the collection of Capitoline Museums
1602
oil
From the collection of Capitoline Museums
In this painting, a young boy with curly brown hair and a white cloth wrapped around his waist is depicted. He is sitting on a rock, holding a ram by the horns. The boy's body is turned to the side, with his left leg bent and his right leg straight. The ram is standing on its hind legs, with its front legs resting on the boy's thigh. The boy's facial expression is calm, and he is looking directly at the viewer. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to highlight the boy and the ram. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity and innocence. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's attention to the boy and the ram.
