Who painted St. Francis?

St. Francis was painted by Lorenzo di Niccolò in 1397.

Where can I see St. Francis?

St. Francis is held by Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

What movement is St. Francis?

St. Francis is associated with Byzantine icon painting.

Artwork

St. Francis

Lorenzo di Niccolò , 1397

St. Francis is an unspecified painting by the Byzantine icon painting artist Lorenzo di Niccolò. It dates from 1397 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

About this work

Overview

This painting, created by Lorenzo di Niccolò in 1397, is a representation of St. Francis, executed in tempera on a gold background. It is characteristic of the Trecento style, a period of transition in Italian art.

Subject & Meaning

The figure depicted wears a brown robe and is adorned with a golden halo, holding a red cross and book, signifying his religious status. The attire and objects identify him as St. Francis, a revered religious figure.

Technique & Style

The work blends Gothic and early Renaissance elements, including Classical references, within the Byzantine iconography tradition. The use of tempera and a gold background is typical of the period, although the current gray background may be a result of alteration or aging.

History & Provenance

Lorenzo di Niccolò, active in Florence from 1391 to 1412, created this painting. It is now held in the Gemäldegalerie Berlin, indicating its significance and preservation over the centuries.