Saint John the EvangelistAndrey Rublyov (St Andrei Rublev) · 1408

  • Art movementByzantine
  • Creation date1408
  • Dimensions312.0 x 105.0 cm
  • MuseumAssumption Cathedral

Andrey Rublyov (St Andrei Rublev) (1360 – 1428)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Saint John the Evangelist
  • Artist: Andrey Rublyov (St Andrei Rublev)
  • Year: 1408
  • Original dimensions: 312.0 x 105.0 cm
  • Format: Tall
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Assumption Cathedral
  • Color hue: Ochre to Sepia
  • Color intensity: Balanced

Questions & Answers

How light is "Saint John the Evangelist" overall?

Overall, "Saint John the Evangelist" is recorded as balanced. Perceived brightness describes how light or dark the work appears.

At what age did Andrey Rublyov (St Andrei Rublev) make "Saint John the Evangelist"?

When "Saint John the Evangelist" was created in 1408, Andrey Rublyov (St Andrei Rublev) - born in 1360 - was 48 years old.

Is "Saint John the Evangelist" held in the country of its creator?

No - the artwork is kept abroad. The creator was born in Russia; the original work is in Russian Federation.

Which artist is "Saint John the Evangelist" attributed to?

"Saint John the Evangelist" was created by Andrey Rublyov (St Andrei Rublev). The information on this page describes Andrey Rublyov (St Andrei Rublev)'s original work.

When was "Saint John the Evangelist" made?

"Saint John the Evangelist" dates from 1408. The date places the work within Andrey Rublyov (St Andrei Rublev)'s career and its era.

Can the image of "Saint John the Evangelist" by Andrey Rublyov (St Andrei Rublev) be freely reproduced?

Regarding copyright, "Saint John the Evangelist" is in the public domain - its copyright has expired.

Toward which tone does "Saint John the Evangelist" lean?

The dominant hue of "Saint John the Evangelist" by Andrey Rublyov (St Andrei Rublev) is ochre to sepia. The hue is the underlying tone of the palette.

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