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Fine Art Print : Saint John the Baptist in the Desert, ca 1774
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Saint John the Baptist in the Desert, ca 1774
Saint John the Baptist in the Desert, ca 1774. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the profound serenity and spiritual depth of Saint John the Baptist in this exquisite 18th-century artwork. Our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints present a captivating rendition of Saint John the Baptist in the Desert, created around 1774. Housed in the esteemed collection of the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, this masterpiece by an unknown artist invites you to contemplate the essence of devotion and the power of solitude. Each print is meticulously reproduced to preserve the original's intricate details and vibrant colors, allowing you to bring the timeless beauty of art into your home or workplace.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the exquisite painting "Saint John the Baptist in the Desert, ca 1774" by Anton Raphael Mengs. Held within the esteemed collection of State Hermitage in St. Petersburg, this masterpiece transports viewers to a spiritual realm. The image depicts Saint John the Baptist, an iconic figure in Christianity and one of Jesus Christ's most loyal disciples. Set against a barren desert backdrop, he stands as a symbol of asceticism and devotion to God. With his flowing robes and serene countenance, Saint John exudes an aura of profound spirituality. Mengs' meticulous brushwork brings forth every detail with remarkable precision on this oil-on-canvas artwork. The Rococo style adds an air of elegance to the composition while emphasizing the martyrdom and prophetic nature associated with Saint John. As we gaze upon this fine art piece, we are reminded of its theological significance within Christian history. Saint John is known as both "the forerunner" and "the angel of the wilderness" paving the way for Jesus' ministry through his teachings and baptismal rituals. This print serves as a testament to Mengs' artistic prowess and pays homage to one of Christianity's most revered figures. It invites us into a world where faith intertwines with beauty, inspiring contemplation on loyalty, sacrifice, and divine purpose found within biblical narratives
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