Saint Ivo of Brittany

jacobjordaens

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

portrait head and shoulder

underpainting

painting painterly

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

watercolour illustration

watercolor

This painting by Jacob Jordaens, a leading Flemish Baroque artist, depicts Saint Ivo of Brittany, a patron saint of lawyers, pleading for justice. The Saint, dressed in a rich red robe, extends his hand towards the heavens while surrounded by various figures, including a dog and several children. Jordaens' signature style is evident in the painting, with its dramatic use of light and shadow and the emphasis on realism and emotion. This painting is a testament to Jordaens’ skill in portraying both religious and human themes with powerful impact.