Apostelen Johannes 1609 - 1670

This drawing titled "Apostelen Johannes" by Karel van Mander III, created between 1609 and 1670, depicts the apostle John holding a chalice. The drawing is executed in a reddish brown wash and is framed within an oval. The artist, known for his contributions to Netherlandish art, has rendered John’s facial features with careful detail, capturing a contemplative expression. The piece resides at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, and its intimate size - 402 mm by 309 mm - lends itself to a personal engagement with the subject.