Pedro de Campaña
Artistic analysis
The figure appears standing in a contrapposto pose in the foreground against a backdrop of open landscape, with a low horizon line. This Saint Cosmas holds a box of remedies and medicines in his hands, a reference to his work as a charitable and selfless physician to the sick. He was beheaded along with his brother Damian during the persecution of Emperor Diocletian.
Technical information
NIG
4048
Author
Pedro de Campaña
Title
Saint Cosmas
Date
c. 1545-1550
Technique and medium
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
134 x 62,5 cm
Where can it be found?
Floor 1
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