Johannes de Doper, predikend
c. 1540 - c. 1560
Medium
alabaster and gilding
Dimensions
82.5; 56; 36; 52; 7
About this artwork
diameter 36 cm (tondo without modern frame)
Art Historical Context
Behold *Johannes de Doper predikend* (John the Baptist Preaching), captivating tondo relief crafted by Flemish sculptor Cornelis Floris () around 1540–1560. Measuring 36 cm in diameter at its core (excluding the modern frame), this work in alabaster with gilding weighs a substantial 56 kg overall, showcasing the material's soft, translucent allure that allows for intricate carving and a glowing, ethereal effect enhanced by gold accents. Cornelis Floris, a leading Antwerp artist bridging Renaissance classicism and emerging Mannerism, drew inspiration from Italian masters like Michelangelo. Ala...