Saint Matthew and the Angel c. 1570 - 1575

The terracotta sculpture “Saint Matthew and the Angel” is attributed to Francesco Segala and dates from the mid-16th century. This work depicts Saint Matthew, one of the four evangelists in the New Testament, holding a book while an angel points to the text. The sculpture is a fine example of the Mannerist style, emphasizing the dramatic pose of the figures, the elongated forms and the delicate details of drapery. The sculpture is currently on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art.