Male Saint Standing, with Folded Arms, Facing to the Left

Male Saint Standing, with Folded Arms, Facing to the Left

John Skippe

1781

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

In the image, a male saint is depicted standing with his arms folded, facing to the left. He has a halo above his head and is dressed in a long robe that appears to be blowing in the wind. The saint's facial expression is not clearly visible, but his posture suggests a sense of calm and serenity. The image is rendered in a chiaroscuro style, with a warm ochre and olive green color palette that adds depth and dimension to the scene. The use of contrasting light and dark tones creates a sense of volume and texture, drawing the viewer's eye to the saint's figure. The artist's use of chiaroscuro and woodcut techniques creates a sense of drama and tension in the image. To learn more about the artist's work, look up Skippe, John.

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