Panel St John Capistrano
Español Saint John of Capistrano: A Life of Preaching, Courage, and Faith This remarkable fifteenth-century panel presents Saint John of Capistrano (1386–1456) surrounded by four episodes from his life. Dated approximately 1480–1485, only about thirty years after the saint's death, the work offers an unusually early visual interpretation of his legacy. At the center, Saint John stands solemnly in his Franciscan habit, holding a staff and a book, while a red cross appears on his shoulder. His calm but penetrating expression contrasts with the dramatic scenes surrounding him, presenting him not simply as a preacher or military figure, but as a Franciscan whose life united prayer, preaching, reform, and courageous service. The four surrounding scenes are arranged counter-clockwise, leading the viewer through some of the most important moments associated with his life. Beginning at the upper left, Saint John celebrates Mass on the battlefield, surrounded by the soldiers of the Christia...
