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Saint Thomas, 1527. Creator: Hans Holbein the Younger
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Saint Thomas, 1527. Creator: Hans Holbein the Younger
Saint Thomas, 1527
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Apostle Arms Folded Bare Feet Brush And Gray Wash Doubting Thomas Hans Hans Holbein Hans Holbein The Younger Heightened With White Gouache Holbein Holbein Hans Holbein Hans The Younger Holbein The Younger Holbein The Younger Hans Northern Renaissance Pen And Black Ink Saint Thomas Saint Thomas The Apostle St Thomas St Thomas The Apostle The Younger Thomas St Thomas The Apostle 1st Century Barefoot Pen And Ink Drawing
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This print captures the essence of Saint Thomas, as envisioned by the renowned artist Hans Holbein the Younger in 1527. The apostle stands tall and resolute, his arms folded across his chest, symbolizing his skepticism and doubt. With bare feet firmly planted on the ground, he embodies a sense of grounded spirituality. Holbein's meticulous attention to detail is evident in this German masterpiece from the Northern Renaissance period. The use of pen and black ink, brush and gray wash heightened with white gouache creates a striking contrast that brings Saint Thomas to life. Every stroke reveals Holbein's mastery in capturing human emotion through art. Saint Thomas' portrait serves as a powerful representation of Christian faith during the 16th century. His unwavering dedication to truth resonates even today, making him an enduring figure in religious history. This artwork showcases not only Holbein's technical skill but also his ability to convey deep spiritual concepts through visual storytelling. Displayed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this piece is part of their heritage collection celebrating timeless masterpieces from around the world. It invites viewers to contemplate Saint Thomas' journey and reflect upon their own beliefs and doubts. Hans Holbein the Younger's portrayal of Saint Thomas transcends time and place, reminding us that art has no boundaries when it comes to exploring profound aspects of humanity such as religion and self-discovery.
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