St. Luke the ApostleMikhail Nesterov · 1909

  • Art movementSymbolism
  • Creation date1909

Mikhail Nesterov (1862 – 1942)

Explore the Symbolist art of Mikhail Nesterov (1862-1942), a renowned Russian painter known for his spiritual themes, portraits & iconic works like 'The Hermit'. Discover his influence on Russian art.

About this artwork

  • Title: St. Luke the Apostle
  • Artist: Mikhail Nesterov
  • Year: 1909
  • Format: Square
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Color intensity: Monochromatic
  • Topics: religious, saints

Questions & Answers

What is "St. Luke the Apostle" about?

"St. Luke the Apostle" by Mikhail Nesterov depicts: religious, saints.

What is the creation date of "St. Luke the Apostle" by Mikhail Nesterov?

"St. Luke the Apostle" by Mikhail Nesterov was created in 1909.

Which artist and which style stand behind "St. Luke the Apostle"?

Behind "St. Luke the Apostle" stand Mikhail Nesterov and the Symbolism movement.

How old was Mikhail Nesterov when creating "St. Luke the Apostle" in 1909?

When "St. Luke the Apostle" was created in 1909, Mikhail Nesterov - born in 1862 - was 47 years old.

Is "St. Luke the Apostle" by Mikhail Nesterov a bright or a dark artwork?

Overall, "St. Luke the Apostle" is recorded as shadow. Perceived brightness describes how light or dark the work appears.

Which artist is "St. Luke the Apostle" attributed to?

The artist behind "St. Luke the Apostle" is Mikhail Nesterov. The work is catalogued under Mikhail Nesterov's name.

How strong is the contrast in "St. Luke the Apostle" by Mikhail Nesterov?

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