Saint Vincent, Patron Saint of Lisbon 1525 - 1549

"Saint Vincent, Patron Saint of Lisbon" is a painting by Frei Carlos, a Portuguese artist working in the 16th century. This painting, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts Saint Vincent holding a model of a ship and a palm frond, symbols of his protection of sailors and Lisbon. The painting's rich colors and detailed drapery exemplify the style of Portuguese Renaissance art. The artist, Frei Carlos, lived and worked during the early years of the Portuguese Golden Age, a time of great artistic and cultural flourishing. The painting's devotional subject matter, intricate details, and elegant composition make it a notable example of religious art from this period.