Preaching of John the Baptist 

"Preaching of John the Baptist" is a work by Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo, a prominent Venetian artist who was active between 1727 and 1804. The painting captures a scene of John the Baptist preaching to a diverse crowd in a wooded setting. Tiepolo's signature light brushstrokes and soft pastel palette create a luminous and atmospheric scene. The composition is dynamic, with figures clustered around the central figure of John the Baptist, whose expressive gesture and impassioned sermon are captured in a moment of intense engagement. The painting is typical of the Rococo style, with its emphasis on light, movement, and emotional expression.