Saint John the Baptist

Artist: Alejandro de Loarte
Artwork: Saint John the Baptist
Description: This painting depicts Saint John the Baptist, a biblical figure who is revered in Christianity as the forerunner of Jesus Christ. He is shown standing in a wilderness setting, with a lamb at his feet and holding a staff with a banner bearing the words “Ecce Agnus Dei” (Behold the Lamb of God). The painting is executed in a realistic style, with attention to detail and a focus on capturing the expressiveness of the figures.
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