This mosaic of St. John the Evangelist was created for the apse of the Pisa Cathedral. It is likely the last work Cimabue completed before his death. The mosaic in its entirety depicts the Enthroned God at the center of the composition, with the Madonna on his left and…
St. John the Evangelist is one of Donatello's earlier works. It displays an unparalleled mastery of perspective. Donatello portrayed St. John as a noble and introspective prophet. He is seated in traditional flowing robes that hide his body but show off a gracefully…
According to legend, John the Evangelist was exiled by the emperor Domitian to the Greek island of Patmos, where he wrote the Book of Revelation. Titian shows the saint as if on the peak of a mountain, reacting in awe and astonishment to the voice of God (“I heard behind me…
The Gospel of Saint Luke covered Mary's life in some detail and therefore the saint came to be considered the first to portray her. This work may be the earliest known example to depict Saint Luke creating a portrait in the presence of his sacred models. He is shown…
This statue of St. Paul is in front of St. Peters Basilica, in Vatican City. Measurements: Statue: Height: 5.55 m Sword: Length: 2.29 m Pedestal: Height: 4.91 m
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