Who painted Christ and the Woman of Samaria?

Christ and the Woman of Samaria was painted by German 15th Century in 1485.

Where can I see Christ and the Woman of Samaria?

Christ and the Woman of Samaria is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Christ and the Woman of Samaria?

Christ and the Woman of Samaria is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Christ and the Woman of Samaria

German 15th Century , 1485

Christ and the Woman of Samaria is an ink print by the Renaissance artist German 15th Century. It dates from 1485 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Christ and the Woman of Samaria is a hand-colored woodcut print depicting a biblical scene.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows Christ, identified by a halo, kneeling by a well, interacting with a woman, likely the Samaritan woman, who stands holding a jug. The background features a tower, church, and windmill, suggesting a European landscape.

Technique & Style

The woodcut technique, characterized by bold outlines and flat colors, was typical of early printed art. Hand coloring in various hues adds vibrancy to the scene, although the result appears somewhat stiff due to the coloring being applied within the print's defined lines.