St John the Baptist
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St John the BaptistSalaino

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This sensuous portrayal of John the Baptist (early 16th c.) blends spiritual solemnity with ambiguous allure. Influenced by Leonardo da Vinci, the figure’s delicate features and mysterious smile reflect a complex merging of divine grace and human beauty, inviting contemplation beyond doctrine.