Who painted Saint Francois de Sales?

Saint Francois de Sales was painted by Jean Morin in 1625.

Where can I see Saint Francois de Sales?

Saint Francois de Sales is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Saint Francois de Sales?

Saint Francois de Sales is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Saint Francois de Sales?

Museum-quality prints of Saint Francois de Sales are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Saint Francois de Sales

Jean Morin , 1625

Saint Francois de Sales is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jean Morin. It dates from 1625 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:across bottom in plate: Francois de Sales Euesque et Prince de Geneue; lower right in plate: Morin Scul Cum Priuil.; center verso: 42; lower center verso: VIX / 225/48; lower right verso: R.D.73 / HP38 / 1/1 / WM none / RD73 / CB75

About this work

Overview

Jean Morin’s 1625 print presents a solemn portrait of Saint Francis de Sales. Executed on laid paper, the image shows the bearded saint in a robe, wearing a cross necklace, set against a dark, unadorned background that isolates the figure.

Subject & Meaning

The work belongs to the religious genre, depicting the Catholic saint known for his gentle pastoral approach. The dignified expression and modest attire reflect the saint’s humility and spiritual authority.

Technique & Style

Morin combined etching, engraving, and stippling on a single plate, a hybrid method that allowed both fine line work and delicate tonal shading. Tiny dots and lines render the texture of fabric and flesh, while the engraved lines provide crisp outlines, illustrating a baroque interest in detail and contrast.

History & Provenance

Morin, a French baroque printmaker, painter, and publisher, was active primarily as an etcher. His integration of engraving with etching on one plate was influential and quickly adopted by contemporaries, contributing to the spread of mixed‑technique prints in early‑17th‑century France.