Saint John

Hans Baldung Grien

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a full-length figure standing upright. The person has long, wavy hair falling over their shoulders and down their back. Their facial features are delicately rendered, with a slight downward gaze. The individual is clad in voluminous, flowing robes that drape elegantly, and they are barefoot. In their right hand, they hold a book, while their left hand holds a large, ornate chalice from which snakes are emerging. A halo surrounds their head, radiating lines outward. The background is simple yet textured, focusing attention on the figure.