Artwork
The Ascension
The Ascension is a paint print by the Renaissance artist German 15th Century. It dates from 1470 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Ascension is a hand-colored metalcut print featuring a vibrant and intricate composition.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a group of haloed figures gathered beneath two winged angels, suggesting a scene of divine intervention or ascension.
Technique & Style
The image is characterized by a flat, patterned style with bright colors, including yellow, red-brown, and green, set against a dark background. The edges feature decorative swirling lines and leaf shapes.
Context
The style of The Ascension is associated with the early days of printmaking, reflecting techniques and aesthetics that would later influence the Renaissance movement.
Artist & collection
Artist
This 15th-century German artist carved vivid religious scenes into metal and wood, then hand-painted them in bright, symbolic colors.
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