St. John the Evangelist
Statuette
late 15th century (made)
late 15th century (made)
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This statuette, representing St. John the Evangelist, is made by an unkown artist in Florence in the late 15th century and is related in style to Benedetto da Majano.
The figure seems to be a model for a Crucifixion group.
The figure seems to be a model for a Crucifixion group.
Object details
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Title | St. John the Evangelist (generic title) |
Materials and techniques | Terracotta |
Brief description | Statuette, terracotta, of St. John the Evangelist, by an unknown artist in the style of Benedetto da Majano, Florentine, late 15th century |
Physical description | The Saint is represented in full-length on a shallow circular naturalistic base, with hands clasped and head turned back. He wears a cloak over a loose robe. The statuette is left in the rough behind |
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Object history | Purchased in Florence. |
Historical context | The summary treatment of detail lends some force to the view that it was made as a model for a larger work. |
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Summary | This statuette, representing St. John the Evangelist, is made by an unkown artist in Florence in the late 15th century and is related in style to Benedetto da Majano. The figure seems to be a model for a Crucifixion group. |
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Accession number | 7403-1860 |
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Record created | September 3, 2008 |
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