Artwork
Solomon's Idolatry
Solomon's Idolatry is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Hans Burgkmair the Elder. It dates from 1519 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Solomon's Idolatry is a woodcut print created by Hans Burgkmair I in 1519.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a tense scene in a dimly lit, wood-paneled room where three men are engaged in a dramatic interaction, one kneeling with a small figure, another gesturing emphatically, and the third looking away with clasped hands.
Technique & Style
The woodcut features sharp lines and deep blacks, creating a sense of urgency. The texture of the wood grain is echoed in the print, highlighting the medium's unique characteristics.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hans Burgkmair the Elder (1473–1531) was a German artist, born in Augsburg.
