Saint Martin of Tours Healing the Servant of Tetrodius c. 1630

Jacob Jordaens' "Saint Martin of Tours Healing the Servant of Tetrodius" (c. 1630) depicts the moment when Saint Martin, a 4th-century bishop, heals a servant of the Roman governor Tetrodius who is lying on the ground, surrounded by other people. The composition is dynamic and dramatic, with figures crowding the foreground. Jordaens, a prominent Flemish painter, used rich color and a strong sense of light and shadow to create a sense of depth and energy in his work. This scene highlights the saint's ability to perform miracles, demonstrating his divine power. The painting exemplifies Jordaens' talent for rendering both religious narratives and everyday life in an engaging and theatrical manner.