Saint John the Evangelist
1493
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From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
1493
unspecified
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
This painting shows a man dressed in green and pink robes, with a halo above his head. He holds a quill pen and a book in his left hand, while his right hand grasps a feather. The background is a landscape with trees and hills. The man's gaze is directed upwards, as if he is looking at something in the sky. His robes are intricately detailed, with folds and creases that give the impression of texture. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. To learn more about the artist's techniques, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.