Artwork
St Bartholomew
St Bartholomew is an unspecified painting by the Early Renaissance artist Giovanni di Paolo. It dates from 1430 and is held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum.
About this work
Overview
St Bartholomew is a painting by Giovanni di Paolo, created in 1430, and is now held at the Fitzwilliam Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a haloed figure, identified as St Bartholomew, wearing a red robe and green cloak, holding a book and knife. His calm expression and rightward gaze convey a sense of serenity.
Technique & Style
The artwork features a gold-patterned background, rich colors, and intricate details, creating a sense of depth and texture. The use of chiaroscuro, an artistic technique, likely contributed to the painting's visual impact.
Artist & collection
Artist
Giovanni di Paolo di Grazia was an Italian painter, working primarily in Siena, becoming a prolific painter and illustrator of manuscripts, including Dante's texts.
The Adoration of the Magi
The Presentation of Christ in the Temple
Madonna and Child with Two Angels and a Donor
Paradise
Saint Catherine of Siena Beseeching Christ to Resuscitate Her Mother
Saint Catherine of Siena Receiving the Stigmata
The Annunciation to Zacharias; (verso) The Angel of the Annunciation
The Creation of the World and the Expulsion from Paradise
