The Four Evangelists (Jordaens)
The Four Evangelists (French: Les quatre évangélistes) is an oil on canvas painting by the Flemish Baroque artist Jacob Jordaens, completed in 1625. The painting is 133 by 118 centimeters.[1] and is in the Musée du Louvre, Paris, France.[2]
| Les quatre évangélistes | |
|---|---|
| English: The Four Evangelists | |
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| Artist | Jacob Jordaens |
| Year | 1625 |
| Medium | Oil on canvas |
| Dimensions | 133 cm × 118 cm (52 in × 46 in) |
| Location | Musée du Louvre, Paris |
Description
The Four Evangelists, Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John (the authors of the Gospels), are represented together engaged in study and discussion.[3]
References
- Book: Closing the Gap: Exploring the History of Gender Relations By Allerd Stikker, ISBN 90-5356-574-4
- Musée du Louvre
- Book: The A to Z of Renaissance Art by Lilian H. Zirpolo, ISBN 0-8108-7043-6
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