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Saint John the Evangelist

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a full-length figure of a person standing in a dignified pose. The individual is holding a chalice in one hand and lifting a finger from the other hand. The person's facial features appear gentle and serene, with downcast eyes and long, wavy hair that falls around their shoulders. The figure is wearing a voluminous robe with wide sleeves that drapes down to cover most of the feet, leaving a few toes visible. A halo encircles the head. There are no visible items of jewelry. In the background to the left, there are trees and possibly a distant town or city. To the right, there are several smaller figures and a fortified structure.

Artwork Details

Date
1631
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
2978 × 4565 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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