St. Mark Preaching in Alexandria 1507

Giovanni Bellini’s “St. Mark Preaching in Alexandria” is a large-scale oil painting created in 1507 and housed in the Palazzo Brera in Milan, Italy. The artwork depicts the scene of St. Mark preaching to a large crowd in Alexandria. The composition is arranged around a central figure of St. Mark, who is standing on a platform, with a crowd of people listening to his words. The painting’s use of perspective and light creates a sense of depth and realism, reflecting the artist’s mastery of Venetian painting techniques. Bellini skillfully captures the scene's dramatic energy, emphasizing the saint's unwavering faith and the multitude's rapt attention, creating a captivating work of religious art.