An Apostle
- Artist
- Jacob Jordaens
- Date
- 1623 - 1625
- Style
- Baroque
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- National Gallery in Prague
"An Apostle" is a compelling religious painting by the Flemish Baroque artist Jacob Jordaens, created around 1625-1630. This oil-on-wood canvas measures 133 by 118 centimeters and exemplifies the dynamic, dramatic style characteristic of the Baroque period. The artist's masterful use of oil paints brings the figure to life with rich textures and vibrant colors. Once part of the collections of Pieter Lastman and Louis XVI, the painting currently resides in the Louvre, Paris.
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