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Saint Andrew, by Masaccio, unspecified, 1426

Saint Andrew

Masaccio

1426

unspecified

From the collection of J. Paul Getty Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Saint Andrew is a 1426 unspecified by Masaccio, a High Renaissance work, depicting Andrew the Apostle, held at J. Paul Getty Museum.

Who painted this?
Masaccio
When & what style?
1426 · High Renaissance
Where can I see it?
J. Paul Getty Museum

About this work

This painting shows a man with a long white beard and hair, wearing a green robe. He holds a book in his left arm and stands in front of a large cross. The background is a gold-colored wall. The man's robe is draped over his left shoulder, and he looks to the left with a serious expression. The cross behind him is tall and narrow, with a simple design. The painting is done in a realistic style, with attention to detail in the man's clothing and the texture of the cross. The artist is Masaccio.

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