Who painted Saint Florian, Saint John the Baptist and Saint Sebastian?

Saint Florian, Saint John the Baptist and Saint Sebastian was painted by Ivo Strigel in 1470.

Where can I see Saint Florian, Saint John the Baptist and Saint Sebastian?

Saint Florian, Saint John the Baptist and Saint Sebastian is held by Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.

What movement is Saint Florian, Saint John the Baptist and Saint Sebastian?

Saint Florian, Saint John the Baptist and Saint Sebastian is associated with Northern Renaissance.

Artwork

Saint Florian, Saint John the Baptist and Saint Sebastian

Ivo Strigel , 1470

Saint Florian, Saint John the Baptist and Saint Sebastian is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Ivo Strigel. It dates from 1470 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1470 by the German painter Ivo Strigel, this oil on panel presents a trio of saints arranged in a balanced composition. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts in Budapest, where it is displayed among other late‑medieval religious pieces.

Subject & Meaning

The central figure, identified as John the Baptist, holds a lamb, a traditional symbol of his role as the forerunner of Christ. To his left stands Saint Florian, recognizable by his black habit, white trim and a bucket, referencing his patronage of firefighters. On the right, Saint Sebastian is shown in a green robe with pink lining, clutching arrows that allude to his martyrdom.

Technique & Style

Strigel employs a restrained palette and careful modeling to give each saint a distinct presence while maintaining overall harmony. The oil medium allows subtle gradations of light on the fabrics, and the background features a delicate ornamental pattern that frames the figures without distracting from their individual attributes.

History & Provenance

The painting remained in Central European collections before entering the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest, where it was acquired as part of the museum’s effort to represent late‑15th‑century devotional art. Its documented provenance traces back to regional ecclesiastical holdings, though exact early ownership details are scarce.

Context

Strigel worked during a period when devotional panels were commonly commissioned for private chapels and churches. The inclusion of three saints—each associated with protection, repentance, and martyrdom—reflects contemporary theological emphasis on intercession and the virtues embodied by these figures.