Who painted Saint John the Evangelist Weeping?

Saint John the Evangelist Weeping was painted by Colijn de Coter in 1500.

Where can I see Saint John the Evangelist Weeping?

Saint John the Evangelist Weeping is held by Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.

What movement is Saint John the Evangelist Weeping?

Saint John the Evangelist Weeping is associated with Northern Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of Saint John the Evangelist Weeping?

Museum-quality prints of Saint John the Evangelist Weeping are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Saint John the Evangelist Weeping

Colijn de Coter , 1500

Saint John the Evangelist Weeping is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Colijn de Coter. It dates from 1500 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created around 1500, is attributed to Colijn de Coter, a painter active in Brussels and Antwerp. It is now part of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a man, likely John the Evangelist, dressed in green with a red robe, holding a book and touching his face. The scene suggests a moment of contemplation or grief, set against a backdrop of a rocky hill with trees and a distant figure.

Technique & Style

The work exemplifies the Northern Renaissance style, characterized by detailed rendering and use of oil paint to achieve depth and atmosphere.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Colijn de Coter

Colijn de Coter (c. 1440–1445 – c. 1522–1532) was an early Netherlandish painter who produced mainly altarpieces. He worked primarily in Brussels and Antwerp. His name was sometimes given as Colijn van Brusele (Colijn…