Saint Alban of Mainz

Deutsche Malerei 1400–1532, c. 1500/1525

The image depicts a figure identified as "Sanctus Albanus." The individual is standing upright and adorned in ecclesiastical attire, including a bishop's mitre with jewels and a cross at the top, a red robe with gold trimmings, and a white vestment peeking out. The figure's face is serene, framed by curly brown hair. One hand holds a crosier, while the other cradles a mitred head. The background is dark, contrasting with the opulent gold and red attire. The intricate design work is visible on the clothing and a golden panel behind the figure. The base of the panel bears the text "Sanctus Albanus" in decorative lettering.
Artist
Deutsche Malerei 1400–1532
Date
c. 1500/1525
Type
Painting
Medium
oil on panel
Dimensions
155.6 × 51.7 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image depicts a figure identified as "Sanctus Albanus." The individual is standing upright and adorned in ecclesiastical attire, including a bishop's mitre with jewels and a cross at the top, a red robe with gold trimmings, and a white vestment peeking out. The figure's face is serene, framed by curly brown hair. One hand holds a crosier, while the other cradles a mitred head. The background is dark, contrasting with the opulent gold and red attire. The intricate design work is visible on the clothing and a golden panel behind the figure. The base of the panel bears the text "Sanctus Albanus" in decorative lettering.

Deutsche Malerei 1400–1532