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John the Baptist in the Wilderness, 1490-1495. Artist: Geertgen tot Sint Jans
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John the Baptist in the Wilderness, 1490-1495. Artist: Geertgen tot Sint Jans
John the Baptist in the Wilderness, 1490-1495. From the Staatliche Museen, Berlin, Germany
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Adult Adverse Contemplate Contemplation Contemplative Day Dream Daydreamer Daydreaming Daytime Dejected Dejection Depressed Discontentment Disgruntled Dissatisfied Doubt Doubtful Faith Fretting Front View Full Body Glum Habit Heartache Human Being Idealistic Illustration And Painting Individual John The Baptist Lamb Late 15th Century Loneliness Lonely Melancholic Melancholy Miserable Misery One Animal Out Of Door Outdoor Pensive Person Pondering Preoccupied Sadness Saint John Saint John The Baptist Sheep Single Solo Springtime St John St John The Baptist Summertime Thinking Thoughtful Uncertain Uncertainty Unfavorable Unhappiness Unsatisfied Whimsical Whole Body Wilderness Wistful Worrier Worrying Geertgen Tot Sint Jans Morose Springlike Vernal
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John the Baptist in the Wilderness, painted by Geertgen tot Sint Jans in the late 15th century, captures a moment of deep contemplation and melancholy. The print showcases John, a central figure in Christianity, dressed in his habit and surrounded by nature. In this vertical composition, John appears pensive and preoccupied with doubt and uncertainty. His sad expression reflects his inner struggle as he contemplates his faith and purpose. The artist skillfully portrays John's dejection through subtle brushstrokes that convey misery and dissatisfaction. The springtime setting adds to the overall mood of the painting, symbolizing renewal and hope amidst John's heartache. One animal accompanies him, emphasizing his isolation from society while highlighting his connection with nature. Geertgen tot Sint Jans' portrayal of Saint John captures both the physical likeness of the saint as well as his spiritual essence. This illustration is an example of art media from the fifteenth century that beautifully combines elements of portraiture with religious symbolism. As we gaze upon this print from Heritage Images, we are transported back to medieval times when expressions like discontentment were often depicted through art. It serves as a reminder that even figures revered for their faith can experience moments of doubt and introspection.
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