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Maestro active in Naples in the 16th century
16th Century by Neapolitan Maestro Vision of Saint John in Patmos Oil on Panel

16th Century

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Without frame. Expertise by Prof. Antonio Vannugli A brightly lit gash opens up in the middle of the sky; within it appears the figure of the Virgin with the Child and beside her a monstrous winged dragon with seven heads who, menacingly, addresses the sacred apparition. The painting depicts St. John the Evangelist who is writing the book of Revelation while exiled on the Greek island of Patmos. While there he receives a vision of the mulier amicta solis. The painting focuses on the figure of the Apostle who is depicted dressed in green and red as iconographic tradition dictates; at his feet the eagle, his symbol. This valuable artwork has been attributed by critics to the hand of an unknown Neapolitan master active in the 16th century.
  • Creator:
    Maestro active in Naples in the 16th century (Italian)
  • Creation Year:
    16th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 44.49 in (113 cm)Width: 33.47 in (85 cm)
  • More Editions & Sizes:
    113 x 85 without framePrice: $47,784
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  • Gallery Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1701214248452
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