Christos și Ioan Botezătorul cu mielul
1669
unspecified
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
1669
unspecified
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
This painting shows two men in old robes holding a lamb between them. The lamb’s fur looks thick, painted with real texture. The men’s faces glow in soft light while their clothes stay dark. The artist, Jan Thomas, often painted religious scenes. He used bright colors and deep shadows to make things feel close. The lamb’s bright white stands out. This style is like Caravaggio’s work. See more by Thomas, Jan.