Der heilige Christophorus

1550

From the collection of Art Collection of the University Göttingen

Dominant colour

Der heilige Christophorus is a 1550 by Unknown, depicting Wood, held at Art Collection of the University Göttingen.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1550
Where can I see it?: Art Collection of the University Göttingen

About this work

This painting shows a figure in bright red robes holding a red cloth, standing near a riverbank. Behind him, a town sits on a distant hill, with boats floating on the water. The colors are soft—greens, blues, and muted earth tones—while his clothes stand out sharply. The figure looks like he’s walking, but his posture is stiff and dramatic. The scene feels calm, but the red cloth adds a bold contrast to the quiet landscape. Look up cross-hatching next to see how artists create shading with lines.