Bolognian Master, 17 18th century, John the Apostle
Bolognian Master, 17 18th century, John the Apostle
In an effective and elegant composition, the young John looks up to the sky with his red cloak thrown over and holds his attribute, the chalice, in his hand. The scene relates to a legend in the Acts of John, according to which, after the destruction of the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, John receives a chalice with poisoned wine, which he was able to render harmless. The chalice also relates to the Eucharist. 73 × 60 cmOil on canvas
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Bolognian Master, 17 18th century, John the Apostle
In an effective and elegant composition, the young John looks up to the sky with his red cloak thrown over and holds his attribute, the chalice, in his hand. The scene relates to a legend in the Acts of John, according to which, after the destruction of the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, John receives a chalice with poisoned wine, which he was able to render harmless. The chalice also relates to the Eucharist. 73 × 60 cmOil on canvas
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