Saint John the Baptist Bearing Witness, Workshop of Francesco Granacci, ca. 1506–7

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Saint John the Baptist Bearing Witness, ca. 1506–7, Oil and gold on wood, 29 3/4 x 82 1/2 in. ( x cm), Paintings, Workshop of Francesco Granacci (Italian, Villamagna 1469–1543 Florence), This panel concluded the series to which the adjacent picture belonged. It shows Saint John the Baptist preaching. The two Pharisees at the left gesture towards the advancing figure of Christ. A work of great distinction, the picture is in many respects superior to the companion panel and must be by another artist

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Size: 7468px × 2586px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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