Saint John the Baptist as a Boy

About this work

This painting shows a young boy dressed in a red cloak and a red loincloth, with a halo around his head. He is kneeling on one knee, with his left arm raised and his right arm holding a cross with a banner that reads "ECCE AGNUS DEI". The boy has curly hair and is looking upwards. The background of the painting is a muted greenish-brown color, which contrasts with the vibrant red of the boy's clothing. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, as if the boy is lost in thought. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this work, you might want to look up Rosso Fiorentino.