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17th Century French School, Saint John the Baptist, oil on copper

ciirca 1680

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17th Century French School Saint John the Baptist in a landscape oil on copper 17 x 11.5 cm In good condition except very small loss of painting in the lower left part In a modern frame : 21.8 x 16.5 cm This small painting is an interesting and charming representation of Saint John the Baptist. It combines the traditional iconographic elements of this major figure in Christianity: He is holding the traditional staff adorned with a band bearing the words "ecce agnus dei", here is the Lamb of God. This lamb can be found to his lower left. He is traditionally dressed in a garment of animal skin and a red cape. Above all, he is pointing to the Christ, whose tiny silhouette can be seen on the left-hand edge. What is more surprising is that here he is not wearing the traditional beard but is depicted as a young man. The landscape in the background is also particularly charming. The cool blue and green tones are a perfect counterpoint to the red-dominated figure of the saint.
  • Creation Year:
    ciirca 1680
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.7 in (17 cm)Width: 4.53 in (11.5 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
    1680-1689
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: inv 6991stDibs: LU1112213607282
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