Tag Archives: Spain

Master of Riofrio

Old Testament Characters: The Prophet Balaam; David, King and Prophet; Solomon, King and Prophet; The Prophet Zechariah

Master of Riofrio

Below the image, click play to listen.

St. John the Evangelist: Master of Cueza

This depiction of St. John the Evangelist by the Master of Cueza provides an intriguing look at various accoutrements used by medieval scribes.

Picture Books of the Past: Jusepe de Ribera, called Lo Spagnoletto

Enjoy this series of segments highlighting Picture Books of the Past: Reading Old Master Paintings, a loan exhibition of 60+ works from the M&G collection. The exhibit has traveled to The Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. and the Orlando Museum of Art in Florida.

This work by Jusepe de Ribera is one of the most compelling portraits of Christ of the 16th century. (Following your video viewing click HERE to access the additional information provided on the exhibition’s text panels.)