17th century Central European school."S. Iacobus Minor".Mixed media on vellum.19th century silver frame.Measurements: 20,5 x 16,5 cm, 36 x 26 cm (frame).Bordered representation of the apostle Santiago, dressed in a blue tunic and a red toga, he is represented with a landscape in the background with a tree to his right, as if he was making a stop on the way of his pilgrimage. He holds a staff or staff in his hands. Son of Alphaeus, he is nicknamed "the younger" to distinguish him from the other James, son of Zebedee and brother of John. He appears in ninth place in all the lists of the apostles. Although he was not a disciple of Jesus, he "saw" the Risen One. Probably because he was Jesus' "brother" (or cousin), he was the first bishop of Jerusalem. He played an important role in the decisions of the first Council. Head of the Judeo-Christian community, he influenced St. Paul's last stay in Jerusalem.