Who painted Saint Valentine?

Saint Valentine was painted by German 15th Century in 1475.

Where can I see Saint Valentine?

Saint Valentine is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Saint Valentine?

Saint Valentine is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Saint Valentine

German 15th Century , 1475

Saint Valentine is an ink print by the Renaissance artist German 15th Century. It dates from 1475 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The print 'Saint Valentine' is a hand-colored woodcut depicting three figures in a grassy field. The image features bold lines, simple shapes, and bright colors.

Subject & Meaning

The scene shows three figures: one holding a staff with a golden circle, another with a cross, and the third with a lamb. The background includes strange symbols and text in an old-style font, suggesting a narrative or symbolic meaning.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a non-realistic style, using flat, sharp lines and bold outlines to convey the scene. The hand-coloring in red lake, green, yellow, rose, and tan adds to the image's graphic quality.