Four Evangelists: Saint John 1525

"Four Evangelists: Saint John" is a 1525 painting by the Italian High Renaissance artist Jacopo Pontormo. The artwork is a circular tondo depicting Saint John the Evangelist, one of the four evangelists of the New Testament, in a dramatic, expressive pose. Saint John is depicted as an old man, with a long white beard and a thoughtful expression. His body is contorted, and he is looking off to the side, creating a sense of movement and tension. The painting is characterized by Pontormo's signature Mannerist style, which is known for its elongated figures, emotional intensity, and complex compositions. Saint John's figure is rendered with a remarkable sense of realism and detail, highlighting Pontormo's mastery of anatomy and painting techniques.