Saint Luke

Französische Grafik 1285–1700, c. 1425/1435

This is a painting of an illuminated manuscript page featuring a seated figure. The illuminated manuscript page shows an elegantly dressed figure sitting in an architectural setting with a wooden desk, chair, and a vibrant green tiled floor. The figure is engaged in writing or reading, with a book resting on the lectern. Next to the figure, there is a winged bull. The scene is surrounded by intricate floral patterns in vivid blues, reds, and golds, and the page contains gothic script text at the bottom. The elaborate decoration is typical of the ornate style found in medieval manuscripts.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1285–1700
Date
c. 1425/1435
Type
Drawing
Medium
tempera and gold leaf on vellum
Dimensions
17.8 × 12.6 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a painting of an illuminated manuscript page featuring a seated figure. The illuminated manuscript page shows an elegantly dressed figure sitting in an architectural setting with a wooden desk, chair, and a vibrant green tiled floor. The figure is engaged in writing or reading, with a book resting on the lectern. Next to the figure, there is a winged bull. The scene is surrounded by intricate floral patterns in vivid blues, reds, and golds, and the page contains gothic script text at the bottom. The elaborate decoration is typical of the ornate style found in medieval manuscripts.

Französische Grafik 1285–1700