The Baptist Collection

Virgin and Child with infant St John, c.1518 (pen & ink on paper)
CTS449150 Virgin and Child with infant St John, c.1518 (pen & ink on paper); The Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees

St. John the Forerunner, Russian icon from the Deesis of the Church of St
BAL93094 St. John the Forerunner, Russian icon from the Deesis of the Church of St. Vlasius, Novgorod School, 15th century (tempera on panel); 153x51 cm; Museum of Art, Novgorod, Russia

The Madonna and Child with the Infant St. John and Two Angels, mid-1480s (tempera on panel)
GLS219811 The Madonna and Child with the Infant St. John and Two Angels, mid-1480s (tempera on panel) by Lippi, Filippino (c.1457-1504); diameter: 118.4 cm; Art Gallery and Museum, Kelvingrove

The Virgin and Child with St. Elizabeth, the Infant St. John and St. Catherine, c
SCP38590 The Virgin and Child with St. Elizabeth, the Infant St. John and St. Catherine, c.1624-26 (oil on canvas) by Vouet, Simon (1590-1649); 182x130 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; French

Saint John the Baptist (oil on canvas)
3433126 Saint John the Baptist (oil on canvas) by Tournier, Nicolas (1590-1638/9); 115x84 cm; Galleria Spada, Rome, Lazio

St John the Baptist as a Boy in the Desert, sixth panel of the South Doors of
BEN130911 St John the Baptist as a Boy in the Desert, sixth panel of the South Doors of the Baptistery of San Giovanni, 1336 (bronze) by Pisano, Andrea (1270-1349); 50x43 cm; Baptistery, Florence

Madonna and Child with Saint John, c. 1570 (oil on canvas)
SCP50262 Madonna and Child with Saint John, c.1570 (oil on canvas) by Bassano, Jacopo (Jacopo da Ponte) (1510-92); 79x60 cm; Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Calvary (oil on panel)
PWI126891 Calvary (oil on panel) by Lieferinxe, Josse (Master of St. Sebastian) (fl.1493-1508); 170x126 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; ePeter Willi; French, out of copyright

Altarpiece of St. John the Baptist, detail Presentation in the Temple

The Virgin with the Infant Christ, St. Elizabeth and St
XIR223253 The Virgin with the Infant Christ, St. Elizabeth and St. John, c.1516 (oil on panel transferred onto canvas) by Sarto, Andrea del (1486-1530); 106x87 cm; Louvre, Paris

Madonna and Child with St. John and St. Jerome, 1526-27 (oil on panel)
XOS1765745 Madonna and Child with St. John and St. Jerome, 1526-27 (oil on panel) by Parmigianino (Francesco Mazzola) (1503-40); 342.9x148.6 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; Italian, out of copyright

St. John the Forerunner, from the Deisis tier of the Dormition Cathedral in Vladimir
BAL154499 St. John the Forerunner, from the Deisis tier of the Dormition Cathedral in Vladimir (tempera on panel) by Rublev, Andrei (c.1370-1430) (circle of); Andrei Rublev Museum, Moscow

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"The Baptist: A Divine Figure in Art" Throughout the centuries, artists have been captivated by the enigmatic figure of John the Baptist, as depicted in various masterpieces. From tempera on panel to oil on canvas, his presence is felt with profound intensity. One such iconic portrayal is "The Madonna and Child with the Infant St. John and Two Angels" from the mid-1480s. This tender scene showcases John's youthful innocence alongside Mary and Jesus, emphasizing his role as a precursor to Christ. In "The Virgin and Child with St. Elizabeth, the Infant St. John and St. Catherine, " we witness an exquisite composition that highlights not only John's connection to Jesus but also his association with other significant figures of faith. Another striking representation can be found in "Saint John the Baptist. " Painted with meticulous detail on canvas, this piece captures both strength and vulnerability within its brushstrokes, reminding us of John's unwavering devotion. Moving beyond traditional depictions, "St. John the Baptist as a Boy in the Desert" presents a unique perspective through its portrayal on South Doors panels. Here we see young John amidst nature's vastness—a symbolic reflection of his solitude before embracing his prophetic mission. "Maddona and Child with Saint John" offers yet another interpretation where tenderness radiates from every stroke of oil on canvas. The bond between Mary, Jesus, and their cousin becomes palpable through delicate gestures captured by an artist's hand. Delving into religious narratives further reveals intriguing details like those found in "Calvary. " While primarily focused on Christ's crucifixion, this masterpiece includes subtle references to St. John—reminding viewers of his pivotal role during these sacred events. Within altarpieces dedicated solely to him lies hidden beauty; one such example being "Altarpiece of St. John the Baptist. " Its intricate detailing brings forth moments like the Presentation in Temple—an essential episode in John's life. "The Virgin with the Infant Christ, St.