Who painted Presentation?

Presentation was painted by German 15th Century in 1490.

Where can I see Presentation?

Presentation is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Presentation?

Presentation is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Presentation

German 15th Century , 1490

Presentation is an ink print by the Renaissance artist German 15th Century. It dates from 1490 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Presentation is a hand-colored woodcut print featuring three figures.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts three figures standing together: one holding a staff, another cradling a child, and a bearded figure holding a scroll. The figures are adorned with halos and wear robes in bright colors, suggesting a religious scene.

Technique & Style

The print is characterized by flat, outlined forms filled with bright colors, a style typical of early printed images. The use of hand-coloring adds vibrancy to the woodcut.

Context

The woodcut technique, used to create this print, involves carving a design into a wooden block, inking the block, and transferring the image to paper.