St. Anthony Abbot
1484
unspecified
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
1484
unspecified
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
This painting features a bearded man, possibly a saint, dressed in dark robes and a hat. He holds a red book with gold clasps in his left hand and a long staff in his right. The background is ornate, with gold accents and two angels on either side of the central figure. The man's attire and the presence of the staff suggest he may be a religious figure. The angels in the background add to the religious theme, but their exact significance is unclear. To learn more about the artist who created this work, explore the art of Juan de la Abadía.