Christ, the Twelve Apostles, and Saint Paul
1564
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1564
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This image shows 13 small paintings of bearded men in bright robes, each sitting or kneeling in a simple frame. The colors are bold—lots of reds, greens, and purples—with gold halos around their heads. Some hold books or scrolls, while others gesture as if speaking. The background is mostly plain, keeping focus on the faces and clothing. Each painting has German text below it, likely describing who the person is. The style looks a bit stiff, with flat colors and sharp lines instead of soft shading. If you like this style, check out the Renaissance movement next.
