Who painted Saint John the Baptist?

Saint John the Baptist was painted by Frederick Bloemaert in 1640.

Where can I see Saint John the Baptist?

Saint John the Baptist is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Saint John the Baptist?

Saint John the Baptist is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Saint John the Baptist

Frederick Bloemaert , 1640

Saint John the Baptist is an ink print by the Baroque artist Frederick Bloemaert. It dates from 1640 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Saint John the Baptist is a print created by Frederick Bloemaert in 1640, combining etching and chiaroscuro woodcut techniques on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts Saint John the Baptist standing on a raised platform, staff in hand, gazing upwards. Smaller figures surround him, some kneeling or praying. The scene is rendered in two earthy brown tones, evoking a sense of drama and spirituality.

Technique & Style

The artist employed chiaroscuro, a technique characteristic of Baroque art, to create a striking contrast between light and dark. The use of shading makes the figures stand out against the textured background, achieved through a combination of etching and woodcut in two shades of brown.