Artwork
Copy after the painting St John the Baptist before Herod by Masolino in Castiglione d'Olona
Copy after the painting St John the Baptist before Herod by Masolino in Castiglione d'Olona is a watercolor work on paper by Edward Kaiser. It dates from 1867 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This watercolour drawing is a copy of a lost painting by Masolino, created in 1867 for the Arundel Society.
About this work
Overview
This watercolour drawing is a copy of a lost painting by Masolino, created in 1867 for the Arundel Society. It depicts a biblical scene with four figures in an arched, tiled room.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows Herod and Herodias seated, with John the Baptist standing before them, restrained by a soldier. John holds a banded inscription, likely a key element in understanding the scene's biblical narrative.
Technique & Style
The drawing features muted colours and stiff figures, giving it a somewhat flat appearance. The use of watercolour allows for a faded, aged effect, evoking the impression of old wallpaper or a worn mural.
History & Provenance
The work was acquired by its current owner in 1995, having previously been held by the National Gallery of London. It was originally created as a copy of Masolino's lost painting 'St John the Baptist before Herod'.
Artist & collection
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