The Prophet Isaiah 1533

"The Prophet Isaiah" (1533) is a roundel stained glass window by Valentin Bousch, a prominent Flemish painter. The artwork depicts the biblical prophet Isaiah in the act of writing, a central aspect of his role as a messenger of God. The vibrant colors and detailed rendering of Isaiah's clothing and beard are characteristic of Bousch's style, known for its realism and attention to detail. This piece is a testament to the artist's skill in stained glass, a technique that allowed him to create a captivating and luminous representation of a significant religious figure. The roundel is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.