Artwork
Sfântul Ioan Botezătorul înconjurat de Sfinți
Sfântul Ioan Botezătorul înconjurat de Sfinți is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.
About this work
Overview
The drawing 'Sfântul Ioan Botezătorul înconjurat de Sfinți' depicts a central figure surrounded by smaller portraits. The central figure has wings and holds a scroll, while the surrounding figures wear various attire and hold objects.
Subject & Meaning
The central figure is likely a representation of Saint John the Baptist, given the title's reference to him. The surrounding figures are saints, indicated by their halos and attire, suggesting a religious theme.
Technique & Style
The drawing features a mix of detailed and simple elements, with the central figure's face being the most detailed. The use of flat, dark outlines and varying levels of detail creates visual contrast. The background is composed of tiny squares, possibly indicating a mosaic or tiled surface.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
Iisus Hristos Pantocrator, înconjurat de apostoli
Botezul lui Iisus
Pogorârea Sf. Duh
Fața de prapor din Biserica de lemn „Sf. Arhangheli” din Ociu, comuna Vața de Jos, județul Hunedoara (1982)
Icoaoziț
Sfinții militari
troiță
Învierea lui Iisus, cu 12 scene de praznic
Botezul lui Iisus Hristos; Sfântul Proroc Ilie