The Sermon of Saint John the Baptist
1566
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest
1566
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest
This painting depicts a large crowd of people gathered around a man who is standing on a tree stump, preaching to them. The crowd is diverse, with people of different ages and social classes, all listening intently to the preacher. The scene is set in a wooded area, with trees and foliage surrounding the crowd. The preacher, who is dressed in simple robes, is gesturing emphatically as he speaks. The crowd is rapt with attention, with some people looking up at the preacher with a look of devotion. The painting is a beautiful example of Pieter Brueghel the Elder's work, and it is held at the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
