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St. John the Evangelist on the Island of Patmos, c. 1618 (oil on canvas)
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St. John the Evangelist on the Island of Patmos, c. 1618 (oil on canvas)
BAL10294 St. John the Evangelist on the Island of Patmos, c.1618 (oil on canvas) by Velazquez, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y (1599-1660); 135.5x102.2 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; Spanish, out of copyright
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This print showcases Diego Velazquez's masterpiece, "St. John the Evangelist on the Island of Patmos". Painted in 1618, this oil on canvas artwork measures 135.5x102.2 cm and is housed in the prestigious National Gallery in London, UK. The painting depicts St. John, one of Jesus Christ's twelve apostles, during his exile on the island of Patmos as described in the Book of Revelation. With a serene expression on his face, he gazes upwards while holding a feathered pen and an open book - symbolizing his role as an evangelist and writer of one of the four Gospels. A majestic eagle perches nearby, representing divine inspiration and heavenly vision. The intricate details captured by Velazquez bring life to every brushstroke; from the delicate feathers adorning both bird and quill to the subtle play between light and shadow that gives depth to St. John's figure. Velazquez masterfully conveys a sense of spiritual contemplation through his use of color palette and composition. The warm tones enveloping St. John contrast with the cool blues dominating the background seascape, creating a harmonious balance that draws viewers into this sacred moment. As we admire this print from Fine Art Finder by www. bridgemanimages. com, we are reminded not only of Velazquez's artistic brilliance but also St. John's enduring legacy as an evangelist who shared profound visions with humanity through his writings – forever
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