Saint Andrew 1317 - 1319

This tempera painting on wood panel, created by Simone Martini in the early 14th century, is a prime example of the Italian Gothic style. The painting depicts Saint Andrew, one of the twelve apostles, holding a book and a red cross with a distinctive Greek cross at the top. He is dressed in a green robe with a red undergarment. The gold background and the halo around his head, with its elaborate pattern, further emphasize his holiness. Martini’s precise lines and delicate details are characteristic of his work, and contribute to the devotional nature of the image.