Saint John
Maker
Unknown
(German (south Germany, [probably Swabia]), 15th Century)
Additional Title(s)
- From a Crucifixion Group
- St. John
ClassificationsSCULPTURE
Dateca. 1440
Mediumlimewood, minimal traces of polychrome pigment
Dimensionsheight: 20 1/2 in. (52.1 cm.)
DescriptionThis statuette portrays Saint John. It is probably from a Crucifixion group.
Credit LineThe Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. Gift of the Ernst and Marta Silten-Friedberg Collection
Label TextThis rare, late medieval figure depicts Saint John the Evangelist, a disciple of Jesus of Nazareth. The tilt of the saint’s head indicates that he was part of a larger ensemble of figures—either the Crucifixion or the Lamentation, since the saint is typically present in both scenes. Although much of the figure’s painted surface has disappeared, one senses a strong emotional charge from his subtle hand gesture and facial expression.Status
On viewObject number2007.17.1
Gobelins Tapestry Manufactory
1738-1740 or 1767; frame, 1909-1910.
Object number: 9.32
William Blake
1807
Object number: 000.10
William Blake
1807
Object number: 000.7
