Panels from the High Altar of the Charterhouse of Saint-Honoré, Thuison-les-Abbeville: Saint John the Baptist is an unspecified painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Unknown. It dates from 1496 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
About this work
Overview
This painting is one of several panels from the High Altar of the Charterhouse of Saint-Honoré in Thuison-les-Abbeville, depicting Saint John the Baptist.
Subject & Meaning
The figure represented is Saint John the Baptist, identifiable by his attributes: a book and a lamb, symbolizing his role as a prophet and his recognition of Jesus Christ as the Lamb of God. The scene likely alludes to John's testimony about Christ.
Technique & Style
The work features a detailed representation of the saint and his surroundings, with a focus on textures and colors. The use of a stone structure, tiled floor, and carved wall creates a sense of depth and setting.
Panel with Saint John the Baptist Enthroned from Retable, Domingo Ram
