Artwork
O Príncipe D. João e São João Baptista
O Príncipe D. João e São João Baptista is an unspecified painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Master of Lourinhã. It dates from 1515 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Ancient Art. O Príncipe D.
About this work
Overview
O Príncipe D. João e São João Baptista is a 1515 painting by the Master of Lourinhã, a Portuguese artist of possible North Netherlandish origin, known for religious scenes. The work is a Northern Renaissance portrait housed in the National Museum of Ancient Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts two figures: John III of Portugal (as a boy) and John the Baptist. The composition conveys a moment of introspection, with the Baptist's guiding presence emphasized by his hand on the prince's shoulder and the symbolic white bird he holds.
Technique & Style
The Master of Lourinhã employed chiaroscuro to create depth, drawing attention to the central figures. The setting, including a window with contrasting curtains (white and green) and a background column, adds to the sense of dimensionality and quiet contemplation.
History & Provenance
Painted in 1515, the work is part of the National Museum of Ancient Art's collection. The artist's name derives from two of his paintings displayed in the Santa Casa da Misericórdia church in Lourinhã, Lisbon District.
Artist & collection
Artist
The Master of Lourinhã (Portuguese: Mestre da Lourinhã) was a Portuguese painter of religious scenes active between 1510 and 1525.
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