Saint Andrew
1426
Masaccio painted this striking figure of Saint Andrew in 1426 as part of a grand altarpiece, capturing the saint's rugged, weathered face with a realism that was revolutionary for the early Renaissance. Clad in heavy, sculpted green robes and clutching a large wooden cross, the saint looks off into the distance with a surprisingly human, almost weary expression. Created just a year before the artist's mysterious death at age 26, this panel showcases Masaccio's genius for making holy figures feel like real, breathing people rather than stiff, golden icons.
- Technique
- Tempera on panel
- Material
- Wood panel with gold leaf
Location: National Gallery, London
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