Artwork
Saint Luke Painting the Portrait of the Virgin
Saint Luke Painting the Portrait of the Virgin is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Hans Burgkmair the Elder. It dates from 1507 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Saint Luke Painting the Portrait of the Virgin is a woodcut print created by Hans Burgkmair I in 1507.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a man, likely Saint Luke, painting the Virgin Mary with the Christ child. The scene is rich in detail, with a staircase, balcony, and hidden figures, suggesting a domestic or workshop setting.
Technique & Style
The image is characterized by sharp lines and intricate details, achieved through the woodcut technique, where shapes are cut into wood to create the design.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hans Burgkmair the Elder (1473–1531) was a German artist, born in Augsburg.
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