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Saint John the Baptist Pointing to Christ, c. 1655. Creator
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Saint John the Baptist Pointing to Christ, c. 1655. Creator
Saint John the Baptist Pointing to Christ, c. 1655
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This print showcases Bartolome Esteban Murillo's masterpiece, "Saint John the Baptist Pointing to Christ" created around 1655. The 17th-century artwork is displayed in all its glory at the Art Institute of Chicago, a renowned art center and gallery. In this painting, Saint John the Baptist stands barefoot with his bearded face illuminated by a divine halo. With one hand pointing towards the heavens and another gesturing towards an unseen figure, he symbolically directs our attention to Jesus Christ himself. This powerful portrayal captures the essence of Christianity and highlights John's role as Jesus' cousin and precursor. Murillo's masterful use of color brings life to every detail within the composition. A majestic bird of prey perches on Saint John's arm, representing his connection with nature and spirituality. In addition, a bull can be seen in the background, symbolizing sacrifice and redemption. The full-length depiction of Saint John exudes an air of serenity while emphasizing his significant place in religious history. Through this oil painting on canvas, Murillo skillfully combines elements from both gospel narratives and European artistic traditions. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Heritage Images collection, we are transported back in time to witness a profound moment captured by one of history's greatest artists.
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