The Head of Saint John the Evangelist

Italienische Grafik 1579–1623, c. 1580

The artwork depicts the head and partial shoulders of a person with an ethereal and soft appearance. The figure's head is slightly tilted, with a gentle expression. The facial features are delicate, with a smooth complexion and blush on the cheeks. The hair is long and wavy, with curls around the face. The clothing consists of a golden-yellow garment visible at the neckline, complemented by a red drapery over one shoulder. The background is a muted, warm tone.
Artist
Italienische Grafik 1579–1623
Date
c. 1580
Type
Drawing
Medium
oil on paper lined with linen
Dimensions
42 × 31.7 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The artwork depicts the head and partial shoulders of a person with an ethereal and soft appearance. The figure's head is slightly tilted, with a gentle expression. The facial features are delicate, with a smooth complexion and blush on the cheeks. The hair is long and wavy, with curls around the face. The clothing consists of a golden-yellow garment visible at the neckline, complemented by a red drapery over one shoulder. The background is a muted, warm tone.

Italienische Grafik 1579–1623