Who painted Saint Bridget?

Saint Bridget was painted by German 15th Century in 1490.

Where can I see Saint Bridget?

Saint Bridget is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Saint Bridget?

Saint Bridget is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Saint Bridget

German 15th Century , 1490

Saint Bridget 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 print 'Saint Bridget' is a hand-colored woodcut depicting a serene female figure seated on a throne, created using a combination of gray, brown, green, yellow, carmine, and red hues.

Subject & Meaning

The image portrays a woman, likely Saint Bridget, holding a book and a small red object, conveying a sense of calm and introspection through her gentle facial expression and dark robes.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of hand-coloring in various tones adds depth and texture to the woodcut, while the attention to detail and realistic color palette reflect the influences of the Renaissance movement.