PAN400 - Painting depicting Saint John, 17th century, measures cm W 78 x H 98

PAN400 - Antique oil on canvas painting depicting Saint John. John the Baptist was an apostle of Jesus. Christian tradition identifies him with the author of the fourth gospel and for this reason he is also given the epithet of evangelist. He is depicted with a beard and a face marked by wrinkles, in reference to the life of penance dedicated to God led by the saint since childhood. He holds a staff with his left hand. The painting is complete with a gold frame. 17th century. Measures cm W 78 x H 98.