Who painted A Standing Saint with a Crucifix and a Book?

A Standing Saint with a Crucifix and a Book was painted by Francisco Herrera II in 1664.

Where can I see A Standing Saint with a Crucifix and a Book?

A Standing Saint with a Crucifix and a Book is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is A Standing Saint with a Crucifix and a Book?

A Standing Saint with a Crucifix and a Book is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

A Standing Saint with a Crucifix and a Book

Francisco Herrera II , 1664

A Standing Saint with a Crucifix and a Book is an ink drawing by the Baroque artist Francisco Herrera II. It dates from 1664 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

A Standing Saint with a Crucifix and a Book is a drawing by Francisco Herrera II, created around 1664. Executed in pen and iron gall ink on laid paper, it depicts a robed figure holding a cross and a book.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing shows a saint, identifiable by their attributes, engaged in contemplation or devotion. The blurred face suggests a focus on the figure's role or character rather than a specific individual.

Technique & Style

The drawing features loose, rapid lines and heavy shading achieved through cross-hatching, a technique that builds up shadows with overlapping lines. This gives the image a textured, three-dimensional quality and emphasizes the fabric of the saint's robes.