Saint John the Evangelist Raises Satheus to Life
The Met
Artist: Francescuccio Ghissi (Francesco di Cecco Ghissi)(Italian, Marchigian, active 1359–74)
Date: ca. 1370
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Tempera on wood, gold ground
Dimensions: Overall 14 1/8 x 16 1/8 in. (35.9 x 41 cm); painted surface 13 3/4 x 15 1/2 in. (34.9 x 39.4 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. W. Murray Crane, 1969
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A haloed figure gestures towards kneeling and standing figures, some with stretchers, on a gold background
Detailed Description
The artwork depicts a crowded scene against a gold background with a cracked texture. In the upper center, a figure with a faint halo around their head stands, wearing a dark blue tunic and a pink robe. This figure extends their right arm and points their index finger towards the right side of the composition. To their left, three figures stand, dressed in light pink and cream-colored robes, looking towards the central figure. Below them, an individual in a green robe and a light-colored cap bends over, holding one end of a wooden stretcher. In the lower center, a figure in a light blue tunic kneels on one knee, facing right, with hands clasped. To their right, another figure, draped in a long, light-colored, textured robe, kneels with arms raised, looking up. Behind these kneeling figures, a red, rectangular object, possibly a bed or a large cushion, is visible. On the far right, a group of five figures stands closely together. One figure in a dark robe and red cloak raises a hand. Another figure in an orange tunic holds the other end of the wooden stretcher, which has a cross-like structure. Below them, another figure kneels, facing left. The figures wear various colored robes including orange, red, dark blue, green, and cream. The faces are rendered with simple, rounded features.
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