St Andrew 1630

Francisco Herrera the Elder's "St Andrew" (1630) depicts the apostle, a prominent figure in early Christianity, carrying the cross upon which he was crucified. The painting utilizes dramatic chiaroscuro, a hallmark of Baroque art, to highlight the figure's prominent features, including his long white beard, his sorrowful expression, and the weight of the cross he bears. Herrera was a noted Spanish painter known for his powerful and expressive depictions of religious subjects.