The artwork titled “Prophet” was created by the artist Tintoretto between the years 1566 and 1567. It is crafted with oil on canvas and measures 261 by 106 centimeters. This piece is part of the Mannerism (Late Renaissance) art movement and belongs to the genre of religious painting.
The artwork depicts a solitary figure of a prophet, situated within an alcove-like architectural setting. The prophet, an elderly man with a solemn expression, is adorned in layered robes, with a prominent red drapery over his shoulder. The background is characterized by a shell-like niche that adds depth and complexity to the scene. The use of dark, muted color tones along with dramatic lighting emphasizes the prophet’s contemplative and venerable nature, embodying the stylistic elements typical of Mannerism. The intricacies in the texture of the robes and the aged features of the prophet highlight Tintoretto’s skill in rendering human emotion and physicality.