Head of Saint John the Evangelist

Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres

Created:
Movement:
1856
Neoclassicism
key Notes:
Neoclassical portraiture, Spiritual introspection
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Dimensions:
15 1/2 x 10 5/8 in. (39.4 x 27 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas, laid down on wood
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Head of Saint John the Evangelist by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres

Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres (1780–1867) was a prominent French Neoclassical painter known for his precise draftsmanship and adherence to classical traditions. The painting Head of Saint John the Evangelist, created in 1856, exemplifies Ingres' meticulous attention to detail and his ability to convey spiritual intensity through portraiture. This work, executed in oil on canvas and laid down on wood, reflects Ingres' continued exploration of religious themes, a subject he revisited throughout his career. Ingres' influence extended beyond his lifetime, impacting both his contemporaries and later artists who admired his technical skill and compositional clarity. The painting is a testament to Ingres' mastery in capturing the human form and his dedication to the Neoclassical ideals of beauty and harmony.

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Head of Saint John the Evangelist by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres

Created in 1856, "Head of Saint John the Evangelist" by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres is an oil painting on canvas, later mounted on wood, exemplifying the artist's neoclassical style with its precise lines and idealized form. The work depicts the apostle Saint John, capturing his serene and contemplative expression, and is part of the collection at the Musée Ingres in Montauban, France.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Head of Saint John the Evangelist