Saint Luke Painting the Virgin
1470
oil
From the collection of National Museum of Ancient Art
1470
oil
From the collection of National Museum of Ancient Art
This painting shows a man in a red robe and blue cloak, kneeling on the floor. He is holding a paintbrush in his right hand and a book in his left. The man is surrounded by various objects, including a chair, a table, and a window. The room is decorated with green walls and a tiled floor. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation, as the man is focused on his work. The painting is done in oil paint and features a range of colors, from the deep reds and blues of the man's robes to the more muted tones of the background. You can learn more about the artist behind this piece, Hugo Van der Goes.
