Who painted Nativity and Saint John the Evangelist?

Nativity and Saint John the Evangelist was painted by Guerau Gener.

Where can I see Nativity and Saint John the Evangelist?

Nativity and Saint John the Evangelist is held by Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

What movement is Nativity and Saint John the Evangelist?

Nativity and Saint John the Evangelist is associated with Early Renaissance.

Artwork

Nativity and Saint John the Evangelist

Guerau Gener

Nativity and Saint John the Evangelist is an unspecified painting by the Early Renaissance artist Guerau Gener. It is held in the collection of the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

About this work

Overview

Nativity and Saint John the Evangelist is a painting by Guerau Gener, created around 1450. It is a religious work held at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a Nativity scene with the Christ child, the Virgin Mary, and Saint Joseph. Angels appear above, while a donkey and cow are shown in the background. Saint John the Evangelist is also represented, as indicated by the work's title.

Technique & Style

The painting features intricate detail, particularly in its gold frame, which is carved with leaves and flowers. The figures are rendered in a devotional style, with the Virgin wearing a black dress and Saint Joseph depicted as an old man in red robes with a white beard.