Who painted Saint John the Baptist as a Boy?

Saint John the Baptist as a Boy was painted by Rosso Fiorentino in 1521.

Where can I see Saint John the Baptist as a Boy?

Saint John the Baptist as a Boy is held by Uffizi Gallery.

What movement is Saint John the Baptist as a Boy?

Saint John the Baptist as a Boy is associated with Mannerism.

Can I buy a print of Saint John the Baptist as a Boy?

Museum-quality prints of Saint John the Baptist as a Boy are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Saint John the Baptist as a Boy

Rosso Fiorentino , 1521

Saint John the Baptist as a Boy is an oil painting by the Mannerist artist Rosso Fiorentino. It dates from 1521 and is held in the collection of the Uffizi Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Rosso Fiorentino's 'Saint John the Baptist as a Boy' is an oil on panel painting, dated circa 1521, currently held in a private Florence collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a youthful Saint John the Baptist in contemplative pose, clad in red, with a halo, cross, and banner bearing 'ECCE AGNUS DEI' (Behold the Lamb of God), symbolizing his prophetic role.

Technique & Style

Characterized by nervy contour lines and gaunt brushstrokes, the work stylistically aligns with Rosso Fiorentino's contemporaneous pieces, such as the 'Volterra Deposition'.

History & Provenance

Created around 1521, the painting's provenance is limited to its current holding in a private collection in Florence, with no detailed public exhibition history provided.

Context

The muted greenish-brown background contrasts with the vibrant red of the saint's attire, evoking an atmosphere of quiet contemplation.