Artwork
The Miracle of Saint Justin
The Miracle of Saint Justin is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Peter Paul Rubens. It dates from 1629 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
About this work
Overview
The Miracle of Saint Justin is a 1629 oil painting by Peter Paul Rubens, a prominent Flemish artist. It is now part of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a scene involving Justin Martyr, a Christian saint, along with three men and a child. The figures are arranged dynamically, with the man on the left, in a dark robe, gazing down at the child.
Technique & Style
The work exemplifies the Flemish Baroque style, characterized by vivid color and dramatic composition. The dominant palette is muted, with shades of brown and gray, and the figures are set against a landscape background featuring a body of water and trees.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sir Peter Paul Rubens ( ROO-bənz; Dutch: ; 28 June 1577 – 30 May 1640) was a Flemish artist and diplomat.
