Apostelen Johannes 1609 - 1670

"Apostelen Johannes" is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Karel van Mander III, dating back to between 1609 and 1670. The drawing depicts Saint John the Apostle, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, holding a goblet of wine. The piece, now housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases the artist's masterful use of shading to depict the contours of the apostle's face and the folds of his robe. The work offers an intimate portrayal of the apostle, emphasizing his spiritual contemplation, and exemplifies the artistic conventions of the period, which saw a renewed interest in the representation of biblical figures.