St. John the Baptist 1800 - 1894

This bronze sculpture, titled "St. John the Baptist," is a powerful example of the work of Italian Renaissance sculptor Giambologna. The life-size figure of the Baptist, clad in a simple loincloth and holding a staff with a cross, demonstrates the artist's mastery of realism and the human form. The detailed rendering of the figure's anatomy and expression, as well as the dramatic pose, convey the strength and conviction of St. John's character. This bronze, now at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, stands as a testament to Giambologna's profound artistic influence on generations of sculptors.