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Sfântul Ioan Botezătorul și Sfântul Haralambie

Sfântul Ioan Botezătorul și Sfântul Haralambie, by Unknown, 1850
Sfântul Ioan Botezătorul și Sfântul Haralambie, by Unknown, 1850

Sfântul Ioan Botezătorul și Sfântul Haralambie is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the "Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum. A drawing of two haloed figures in robes, set against a green background with red stars, is framed by a decorative border.

About this work

Overview

A drawing of two haloed figures in robes, set against a green background with red stars, is framed by a decorative border.

Subject & Meaning

The figures are likely saints; the left figure has wings and holds a staff with a cross, while the right figure holds a book. A head in a bowl at the bottom may symbolize martyrdom, suggesting the figures are John the Baptist and another saint.

Technique & Style

The drawing features a decorative border and simple, symbolic use of color, such as the green background and red stars, indicating a traditional or folk art style.

History & Provenance

The drawing is held at the Museum of Ethnography, indicating its cultural significance.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known