Saint Philip

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a full-length figure of a man standing upright. His position is frontal, with his body turned slightly to his left as he holds a large book open in his left hand, and a long staff topped with a small cross in his right hand. The man's facial features include a solemn expression, defined by detailed line work emphasizing his eyes and mouth, and he has shaggy, medium-length hair. He is wearing a long, flowing robe that appears heavy and layered, with ample fabric draping over his shoulders and arms. A halo-like circle surrounds his head. Barefoot, he stands prominently against a detailed background featuring architectural elements like tall buildings and statues, with small groups of people engaged in various activities.