Artwork
Saint John the Evangelist on the Island of Patmos
Saint John the Evangelist on the Island of Patmos is a tempera painting by the Early Renaissance artist Domenico Ghirlandaio. It dates from 1492 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
About this work
Overview
Domenico Ghirlandaio's 'Saint John the Evangelist on the Island of Patmos' is a tempera painting created in 1492. It is a representative work of the early Renaissance, showcasing the artist's skill in depicting religious themes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Saint John the Evangelist on the island of Patmos, where he is traditionally believed to have received visions that he recorded in the Book of Revelation. The scene shows the saint calmly writing in a book, surrounded by a serene landscape.
Technique & Style
The work exemplifies Ghirlandaio's style, characterized by a detailed and realistic depiction of figures and landscapes. The use of tempera allows for vivid colors, as seen in the saint's blue shirt and pink robe, and the halo above his head.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest. It was created during a period when Ghirlandaio's workshop was highly active, training many apprentices who would go on to become prominent artists in their own right.
Artist & collection
Artist
Domenico di Tommaso Curradi di Doffo Bigordi (2 June 1448 – 11 January 1494), professionally known as Domenico Ghirlandaio (also spelt as Ghirlandajo), was an Italian Renaissance painter born in Florence.
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