Saint Matthew
1633
unspecified
From the collection of National Museum of Ancient Art
1633
unspecified
From the collection of National Museum of Ancient Art
The painting features a man with a red robe draped over his left shoulder, holding a book in his left hand. He has a long white beard and is barefoot. The background is dark, and the man is illuminated from the top-left corner. A quiet detail is the man's gaze, which is directed upwards, suggesting a sense of contemplation or introspection. The use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic effect, emphasizing the man's facial features and the folds of his robe.
