Saint Thomas
Simone Martini
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Painted in the early 14th century, the panel was likely part of a larger polyptych created for a church in Siena, reflecting the devotional practices of the period. Simone Martini’s rendering of Saint Thomas combines Gothic refinement with theological clarity, offering viewers both an exemplar of piety and a richly ornamental image intended to inspire reverence and contemplation.
Saint Thomas by Simone Martini
Saint Thomas by Simone Martini portrays the apostle with refined elegance, emphasizing the linear grace and delicate detail characteristic of Sienese Gothic painting. The saint is shown holding a carpenter’s square—his traditional attribute—while his contemplative expression conveys both intellect and faith, set against a gilded background that enhances the figure’s spiritual presence.
