The Story
St.
John with Serpent in Chalice by Israhel van Meckenem (German, c.
1440–1503).
“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”
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St. John with Serpent in Chalice
Israhel van Meckenem (German, c. 1440–1503)
St. John with Serpent in Chalice
Israhel van Meckenem (German, c. 1440–1503)32 people viewing now
Period
Renaissance
Theme
Portrait
Medium
engraving
Current Location
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland
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A restrained palette and sculptural lighting create a solemn geometry. The wooden crate and letter anchor the narrative with journalistic precision.
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