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St. Martin and the Beggar, by Unknown, unspecified, 1496

St. Martin and the Beggar

Unknown

1496

unspecified

From the collection of Hungarian National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

St. Martin and the Beggar is a 1496 unspecified by Unknown, a Early Renaissance work, held at Hungarian National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1496 · Early Renaissance
Where can I see it?
Hungarian National Gallery

About this work

This painting depicts a scene of St. Martin on horseback, dressed in a red cape and green tunic, with a sword at his side. He is shown cutting his cloak to give half to a beggar kneeling before him. The background features a landscape with trees, hills, and buildings. The artist's use of color and composition draws attention to the central figures, creating a sense of drama and tension in the scene. The contrast between the richly dressed St. Martin and the impoverished beggar highlights the themes of charity and compassion.

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