St. John the Baptist Preaching
1698
oil
From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art
1698
oil
From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art
This painting depicts a scene of St. John the Baptist preaching to a crowd. He stands on a rock, wearing a red robe and holding a staff in his right hand. The crowd is diverse, with people of different ages and clothing. Some are sitting, while others are standing or kneeling. In the background, there are trees and a blue sky with white clouds. The overall atmosphere is one of reverence and attention, as the crowd listens intently to St. John's words. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the art of Luca Giordano.
