Artwork
Apostle Judas Thaddeus
Apostle Judas Thaddeus is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Hans Baldung Grien. It dates from 1519 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Apostle Judas Thaddeus is a 1519 woodcut by Hans Baldung Grien, showcasing the artist's skill in printmaking and his connection to the German Renaissance.
Subject & Meaning
The woodcut depicts Judas Thaddeus, an apostle, holding a book and sword, with a severed head at his feet. The image conveys a sense of solemnity and contemplation, with the apostle's serious expression and downward gaze.
Technique & Style
Baldung Grien's use of light and shadow creates depth and dimensionality. The woodcut's expressive style reflects his training under Albrecht Dürer and his contribution to German Renaissance and Mannerist art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hans Baldung (1484 or 1485 – September 1545), called Hans Baldung Grien, (being an early nickname, because of his predilection for the colour green), was a painter, printer, engraver, draftsman, and stained glass…
